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243 YUP

1991 Matchless G3

Black Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,523 mi
Last recorded13,523 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2011
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Vehicle Details

Registration243 YUP
MakeMatchless
ModelG3
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 9 Aug 2011 13,523 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 12,380 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

footrest rubbers deteriorated

Pass 1 Aug 2009 11,975 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2008 11,423 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 11,352 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 11,349 miles

How Reliable is the Matchless G3?

Based on 1,475 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

93.1%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings are excessively rough 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
reflector on motorcycle missing 4
Horn not working 3
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 2
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243 YUP is a 1991 Matchless G3 in Black with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Matchless G3 fails its MOT is wheel bearings are excessively rough, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 243 YUP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Matchless G3 typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 35 years old, this Matchless G3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 243 YUP registered?

243 YUP is a 1991 Matchless G3, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is 243 YUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for 243 YUP 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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