MOT Status
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23,617 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Front Fork gaitors fitted-unable to clearly inspect fork seals
Front Fork gaitors fitted-unable to clearly inspect fork seals
Front Fork gaitors fitted-unable to clearly inspect fork seals.
Offside Rear Lower Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Slight oil leak from engine
Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
How Reliable is the Armstrong MT500?
Based on 2,133 MOT tests across 327 vehicles.
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C980 KWL is a 1985 Armstrong MT500 in Black with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
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 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 C980 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 41 years old, this Armstrong MT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was C980 KWL registered?
C980 KWL is a 1985 Armstrong MT500, first registered on 31 December 1985.
Is C980 KWL safe to buy?
The MOT history for C980 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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