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895 UXA

1956 Matchless G80

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

40,466 mi
Last recorded40,466 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2011
Typical for 1956 Matchless G8015,298 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration895 UXA
MakeMatchless
ModelG80
Year1956
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2011 40,466 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 40,162 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 40,162 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 39,772 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 39,772 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 39,364 miles

How Reliable is the Matchless G80?

Based on 2,210 MOT tests across 424 vehicles.

92.3%
Pass Rate
275
Miles/Year
75
Year Lifespan
424
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 6
Horn not working 6
wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
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895 UXA is a 1956 Matchless G80 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1956 Matchless G80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 15,298 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Matchless G80 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 895 UXA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Matchless G80 typically stays on UK roads for around 75 years. At 70 years old, this Matchless G80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 895 UXA?

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What year was 895 UXA registered?

895 UXA is a 1956 Matchless G80, first registered on 11 January 1956.

Is 895 UXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for 895 UXA shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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