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H390 BOW

1990 Matchless G80

Silver Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,555 mi
Last recorded15,555 miles
Recorded on21 May 2024
Typical for 1990 Matchless G8015,673 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH390 BOW
MakeMatchless
ModelG80
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 21 May 2024 15,555 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 15,416 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 15,261 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 15,233 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 14,978 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 14,513 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 14,012 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 13,393 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 12,765 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 12,727 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 12,726 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 12,578 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 12,448 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 12,019 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 11,374 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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H390 BOW is a 1990 Matchless G80 in Silver with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Matchless G80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.9% with a typical mileage of 15,673 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 H390 BOW, 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 36 years old, this Matchless G80 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H390 BOW registered?

H390 BOW is a 1990 Matchless G80, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is H390 BOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H390 BOW shows 15 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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