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475 VMX

1959 Matchless G12

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,963 mi
Last recorded9,963 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2010
Typical for 1959 Matchless G1219,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration475 VMX
MakeMatchless
ModelG12
Year1959
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2010 9,963 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 9,658 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 9,156 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 8,574 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2005 8,353 miles

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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475 VMX is a 1959 Matchless G12 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 475 VMX, 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

How do I check the history of 475 VMX?

You can check the full history of 475 VMX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was 475 VMX registered?

475 VMX is a 1959 Matchless G12, first registered on 3 July 1959.

Is 475 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 475 VMX shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 475 VMX have outstanding finance?

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