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C295 USS

1997 Armstrong MT500

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

4,654 mi
Last recorded4,654 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2016
Typical for 1997 Armstrong MT50019,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC295 USS
MakeArmstrong
ModelMT500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2016 4,654 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 4,384 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 2,293 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 1,501 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 1,247 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 610 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 10,728 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 10,291 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2006

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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C295 USS is a 1997 Armstrong MT500 in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Armstrong MT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 19,199 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 C295 USS, 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 29 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 C295 USS registered?

C295 USS is a 1997 Armstrong MT500, first registered on 4 March 1997.

Is C295 USS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C295 USS shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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