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WSJ 501

1999 Matchless G3L

Black Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

295 mi
Last recorded295 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWSJ 501
MakeMatchless
ModelG3L
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2012 295 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 234 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 28 May 2009 227 miles

All position lamps do 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))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 119 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 19 miles

How Reliable is the Matchless G3L?

Based on 1,000 MOT tests across 244 vehicles.

93.5%
Pass Rate
176
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
244
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 6
Horn not working 4
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 3
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 3
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WSJ 501 is a 1999 Matchless G3L in Black with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WSJ 501, 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 WSJ 501?

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What year was WSJ 501 registered?

WSJ 501 is a 1999 Matchless G3L, first registered on 9 January 1999.

Is WSJ 501 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WSJ 501 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WSJ 501 have outstanding finance?

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