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XKV 449

1959 Matchless G12

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,585 mi
Last recorded4,585 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2011
Typical for 1959 Matchless G1219,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXKV 449
MakeMatchless
ModelG12
Year1959
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 22 Jun 2011 4,585 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 4,412 miles

slight play in headbearings

Pass 17 Jun 2009 4,020 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 3,379 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 2,943 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 2,025 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Matchless G12?

Based on 1,648 MOT tests across 270 vehicles.

92.6%
Pass Rate
328
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
270
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
wheel bearings have excessive free play 4
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XKV 449 is a 1959 Matchless G12 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1959 Matchless G12 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.8% with a typical mileage of 19,926 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Matchless G12 fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XKV 449, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Matchless G12 typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 67 years old, this Matchless G12 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XKV 449 registered?

XKV 449 is a 1959 Matchless G12, first registered on 10 July 1959.

Is XKV 449 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XKV 449 shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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