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B863 TDU

1985 Armstrong MT500

Black Petrol 485cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

33,517 mi
Last recorded33,517 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1985 Armstrong MT50021,102 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB863 TDU
MakeArmstrong
ModelMT500
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine485cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 33,517 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 30,554 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 39,984 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 27,515 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 26,299 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2021 26,299 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 25,818 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2020 25,818 miles

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 25,969 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 22,597 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 20,885 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 20,288 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 29,819 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 16,608 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 15,276 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 12,507 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 11,662 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 2,095 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 2,095 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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B863 TDU is a 1985 Armstrong MT500 in Black with a 485cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 B863 TDU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B863 TDU registered?

B863 TDU is a 1985 Armstrong MT500, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B863 TDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B863 TDU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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