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C605 NMB

1985 Armstrong MT500

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

33,922 mi
Last recorded33,922 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Armstrong MT50021,102 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC605 NMB
MakeArmstrong
ModelMT500
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 33,922 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 33,907 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 33,691 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 33,664 miles

Rear TYRE WALL SLIGHT CRACKING NO CORDS VISABLE

Pass 22 Aug 2020 33,627 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 33,601 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 33,570 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 33,087 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 32,276 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 32,192 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2014 32,192 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 31,300 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 30,571 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 29,134 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 27,743 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2010 27,743 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 26,258 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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C605 NMB is a 1985 Armstrong MT500 in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 C605 NMB, 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 C605 NMB registered?

C605 NMB is a 1985 Armstrong MT500, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C605 NMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C605 NMB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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