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C186 PRN

1985 Armstrong MT500

Green Petrol 485cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

38,778 mi
Last recorded38,778 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 1985 Armstrong MT50021,102 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC186 PRN
MakeArmstrong
ModelMT500
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine485cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 38,778 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front wheel bearings slightly rough

Fail 4 Apr 2026 38,778 miles

Front Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jan 2025 36,564 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 35,362 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 33,496 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 31,960 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2021 31,942 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 30,784 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 29,685 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 28,023 miles

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 25,725 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 23,559 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 20,291 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 19,034 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 18,071 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 17,510 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2010 17,510 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 7 Jan 2009 17,412 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2009 17,412 miles

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

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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C186 PRN is a 1985 Armstrong MT500 in Green with a 485cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 C186 PRN, 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 C186 PRN registered?

C186 PRN is a 1985 Armstrong MT500, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C186 PRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C186 PRN shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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