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C153 FVM

1986 Armstrong MT500

White Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

18,751 mi
Last recorded18,751 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC153 FVM
MakeArmstrong
ModelMT500
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2014 18,751 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 27,095 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 27,095 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 27,094 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 27,094 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2009 27,094 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2008 27,188 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 27,066 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 21,518 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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C153 FVM is a 1986 Armstrong MT500 in White with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 C153 FVM, 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 40 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 C153 FVM registered?

C153 FVM is a 1986 Armstrong MT500, first registered on 1 May 1986.

Is C153 FVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C153 FVM shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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