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C776 GVM

1992 Armstrong MT500

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

13,439 mi
Last recorded13,439 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC776 GVM
MakeArmstrong
ModelMT500
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 13,439 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 13,439 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 26 May 2021 13,171 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 May 2016 10,961 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. very slight (2.5.1)

Fail 13 May 2015 6,467 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Oil leak

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 May 2015 6,467 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Oil leak

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 19 Aug 2014 6,451 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 6,451 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 6,425 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 May 2013 6,425 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 16 May 2012 6,219 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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C776 GVM is a 1992 Armstrong MT500 in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 C776 GVM, 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 34 years old, this Armstrong MT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C776 GVM registered?

C776 GVM is a 1992 Armstrong MT500, first registered on 2 September 1992.

Is C776 GVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C776 GVM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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