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C509 KWL

1993 Armstrong MT500

Green Petrol 485cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,702 mi
Last recorded22,702 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2012
Typical for 1993 Armstrong MT50020,885 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC509 KWL
MakeArmstrong
ModelMT500
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine485cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2012 22,702 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 16,400 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 12,663 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 10,322 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 10,312 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Jul 2008 5,950 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 14,565 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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C509 KWL is a 1993 Armstrong MT500 in Green with a 485cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1993 Armstrong MT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.7% with a typical mileage of 20,885 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 C509 KWL, 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 33 years old, this Armstrong MT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of C509 KWL?

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What year was C509 KWL registered?

C509 KWL is a 1993 Armstrong MT500, first registered on 1 September 1993.

Is C509 KWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C509 KWL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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