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B16 RTX

1998 Armstrong MT500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

460 mi
Last recorded460 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Armstrong MT50018,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 RTX
MakeArmstrong
ModelMT500
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2019 460 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 1 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 25 Feb 2016 9 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 9 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 May 2014 2,740 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 1,997 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 1,028 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 2 miles

How Reliable is the Armstrong MT500?

Based on 2,133 MOT tests across 327 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
569
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
327
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 12
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 8
Horn not working 7
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B16 RTX is a 1998 Armstrong MT500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Armstrong MT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 18,203 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 Armstrong MT500 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B16 RTX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Armstrong MT500 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 28 years old, this Armstrong MT500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B16 RTX registered?

B16 RTX is a 1998 Armstrong MT500, first registered on 8 September 1998.

Is B16 RTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B16 RTX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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