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XSJ 997

1951 Matchless G80

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,690 mi
Last recorded16,690 miles
Recorded on19 May 2011
Typical for 1951 Matchless G8010,650 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSJ 997
MakeMatchless
ModelG80
Year1951
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2011 16,690 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 15,999 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Oil leak

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 15,999 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Apr 2009 15,999 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 15,999 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 15,999 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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XSJ 997 is a 1951 Matchless G80 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1951 Matchless G80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 10,650 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 G80 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XSJ 997, 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 75 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 XSJ 997?

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What year was XSJ 997 registered?

XSJ 997 is a 1951 Matchless G80, first registered on 31 December 1951.

Is XSJ 997 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSJ 997 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XSJ 997 have outstanding finance?

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