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C126 XLO

1999 Armstrong MT500

Green Petrol 485cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

326 mi
Last recorded326 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2011
Typical for 1999 Armstrong MT50017,815 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC126 XLO
MakeArmstrong
ModelMT500
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine485cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2011 326 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 314 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 314 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 302 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 302 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 282 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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C126 XLO is a 1999 Armstrong MT500 in Green with a 485cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Armstrong MT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 17,815 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 C126 XLO, 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 27 years old, this Armstrong MT500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C126 XLO registered?

C126 XLO is a 1999 Armstrong MT500, first registered on 4 August 1999.

Is C126 XLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C126 XLO shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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