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B907 SEC

1985 Armstrong MT500

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

99,472 mi
Last recorded99,472 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2018
Typical for 1985 Armstrong MT50021,102 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB907 SEC
MakeArmstrong
ModelMT500
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2018 99,472 miles

front brake lever pivot worn

front tyre side walls cracking

rear wheel in poor condition

Pass 21 Mar 2017 97,156 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 97,156 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel corroded significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel fractured significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 94,223 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 90,700 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 77,075 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 21 Mar 2014 77,075 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 83,093 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 78,953 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 74,578 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 71,305 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 67,959 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 66,522 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 64,106 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 61,521 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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B907 SEC is a 1985 Armstrong MT500 in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 B907 SEC, 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 B907 SEC registered?

B907 SEC is a 1985 Armstrong MT500, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B907 SEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B907 SEC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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