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D257 OUA

1987 Armstrong MT500

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,964 mi
Last recorded25,964 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2006
Typical for 1987 Armstrong MT50016,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD257 OUA
MakeArmstrong
ModelMT500
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 19 Jun 2006 25,964 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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D257 OUA is a 1987 Armstrong MT500 in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Armstrong MT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 16,529 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 D257 OUA, 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 39 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 D257 OUA registered?

D257 OUA is a 1987 Armstrong MT500, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D257 OUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D257 OUA shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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