MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
59,600 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
front tyre side walls perishing.
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
front and rear tyre side walls cracking and perishing.
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
How Reliable is the Armstrong MT500?
Based on 2,133 MOT tests across 327 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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B540 VJT is a 1985 Armstrong MT500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
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 B540 VJT, 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 B540 VJT registered?
B540 VJT is a 1985 Armstrong MT500, first registered on 31 December 1985.
Is B540 VJT safe to buy?
The MOT history for B540 VJT shows 18 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.
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