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C138 LBW

2002 Armstrong MT500

Green Petrol 485cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,583 mi
Last recorded23,583 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2007
Typical for 2002 Armstrong MT50012,570 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC138 LBW
MakeArmstrong
ModelMT500
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine485cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2007 23,583 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 23,494 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 4 Sep 2006 19,943 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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C138 LBW is a 2002 Armstrong MT500 in Green with a 485cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Armstrong MT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 12,570 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 C138 LBW, 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 24 years old, this Armstrong MT500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C138 LBW registered?

C138 LBW is a 2002 Armstrong MT500, first registered on 8 August 2002.

Is C138 LBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C138 LBW shows 3 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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