CarVerify

Free Car Check

D228 KDE

2002 Armstrong MT500

Green Petrol 500cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2024
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,957 mi
Last recorded17,957 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2023
Typical for 2002 Armstrong MT50012,570 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Armstrong
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationD228 KDE
MakeArmstrong
ModelMT500
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2023 17,957 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Aug 2008 15,066 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 15,066 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 12,570 miles

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 12,570 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 8,173 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
Full Armstrong MT500 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

D228 KDE is a 2002 Armstrong MT500 in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Armstrong MT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 12,570 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 D228 KDE, 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 24 years old, this Armstrong MT500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D228 KDE?

You can check the full history of D228 KDE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was D228 KDE registered?

D228 KDE is a 2002 Armstrong MT500, first registered on 1 February 2002.

Is D228 KDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for D228 KDE shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D228 KDE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on D228 KDE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.