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Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)
Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)
Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
speedo not connected
How Reliable is the Matchless G3L?
Based on 1,000 MOT tests across 244 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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ESL 389 is a 1999 Matchless G3L in Green with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
The most common reason a Matchless G3L fails its MOT is position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ESL 389, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Matchless G3L typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 27 years old, this Matchless G3L is still in the earlier part of its expected life.
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How do I check the history of ESL 389?
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What year was ESL 389 registered?
ESL 389 is a 1999 Matchless G3L, first registered on 1 July 1999.
Is ESL 389 safe to buy?
The MOT history for ESL 389 shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does ESL 389 have outstanding finance?
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