CarVerify

Free Car Check

SVS 156

1946 Matchless G80

Black Petrol 350cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

32 mi
Last recorded32 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2007
4 checks still locked for this Matchless
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVS 156
MakeMatchless
ModelG80
Year1946
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
View full Matchless G80 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 31 Jul 2007 32 miles

Nearside Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 32 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
Full Matchless G80 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SVS 156 is a 1946 Matchless G80 in Black with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 SVS 156, 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 80 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 SVS 156?

You can check the full history of SVS 156 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SVS 156 registered?

SVS 156 is a 1946 Matchless G80, first registered on 25 February 1946.

Is SVS 156 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVS 156 shows 2 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 SVS 156 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SVS 156. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.