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XAH 956

1957 Matchless G9

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,584 mi
Last recorded41,584 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2010
Typical for 1957 Matchless G925,477 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAH 956
MakeMatchless
ModelG9
Year1957
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2010 41,584 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 41,572 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 41,572 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 41,561 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 41,484 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 41,484 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 41,432 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 41,380 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2005 41,380 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot centre above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

How Reliable is the Matchless G9?

Based on 847 MOT tests across 203 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
254
Miles/Year
73
Year Lifespan
203
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 2
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2
Footrest missing 2
Horn not working 2
wheel bearings are excessively rough 2
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XAH 956 is a 1957 Matchless G9 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1957 Matchless G9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 25,477 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Matchless G9 fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XAH 956, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Matchless G9 typically stays on UK roads for around 73 years. At 69 years old, this Matchless G9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XAH 956?

You can check the full history of XAH 956 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XAH 956 registered?

XAH 956 is a 1957 Matchless G9, first registered on 15 October 1957.

Is XAH 956 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAH 956 shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XAH 956 have outstanding finance?

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