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C915 PHG

1996 Armstrong MT500

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

11,967 mi
Last recorded11,967 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2021
Typical for 1996 Armstrong MT50019,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC915 PHG
MakeArmstrong
ModelMT500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2021 11,967 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 11,147 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 10,643 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 9,869 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 May 2014 9,618 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 14 May 2014 9,618 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 9,536 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 8,870 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 7,705 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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C915 PHG is a 1996 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 1996 Armstrong MT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 19,586 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 C915 PHG, 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 30 years old, this Armstrong MT500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C915 PHG registered?

C915 PHG is a 1996 Armstrong MT500, first registered on 9 September 1996.

Is C915 PHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C915 PHG 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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