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WSJ 920

1959 Matchless G80

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

408 mi
Last recorded408 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2012
Typical for 1959 Matchless G8015,751 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWSJ 920
MakeMatchless
ModelG80
Year1959
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2012 408 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 2,292 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 1,867 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 1,818 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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WSJ 920 is a 1959 Matchless G80 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1959 Matchless G80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 15,751 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 WSJ 920, 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 67 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 WSJ 920?

You can check the full history of WSJ 920 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WSJ 920 registered?

WSJ 920 is a 1959 Matchless G80, first registered on 1 April 1959.

Is WSJ 920 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WSJ 920 shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WSJ 920 have outstanding finance?

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