MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
17,458 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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bolt missing from the rear exhaust but adequately supported
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the Armstrong MT500?
Based on 2,133 MOT tests across 327 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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B293 TEC is a 1997 Armstrong MT500 in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
Across all 1997 Armstrong MT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 19,199 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 B293 TEC, 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 29 years old, this Armstrong MT500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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How do I check the history of B293 TEC?
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What year was B293 TEC registered?
B293 TEC is a 1997 Armstrong MT500, first registered on 1 June 1997.
Is B293 TEC safe to buy?
The MOT history for B293 TEC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does B293 TEC have outstanding finance?
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