MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
33,873 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied hitting side stand (1.1.2 (d))
Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
Front Brake component insecure operating arm. bolt missing (1.1.21 (c))
Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))
Front Wheel spindle locking device ineffective (5.2.1 (d))
Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen on offside (4.1.2 (a))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Body rusting dirty.
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
How Reliable is the Armstrong MT500?
Based on 2,133 MOT tests across 327 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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D258 YDO is a 1996 Armstrong MT500 in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 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 D258 YDO, 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 D258 YDO registered?
D258 YDO is a 1996 Armstrong MT500, first registered on 2 December 1996.
Is D258 YDO safe to buy?
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