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B217 UFK

1985 Armstrong MT500

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2010
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,836 mi
Last recorded27,836 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2009
Typical for 1985 Armstrong MT50021,102 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB217 UFK
MakeArmstrong
ModelMT500
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2009 27,836 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 2,615 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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B217 UFK is a 1985 Armstrong MT500 in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Armstrong MT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 21,102 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 B217 UFK, 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 41 years old, this Armstrong MT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B217 UFK registered?

B217 UFK is a 1985 Armstrong MT500, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B217 UFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for B217 UFK shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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