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D290 JJD

1995 Armstrong MT500

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

8,737 mi
Last recorded8,737 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2022
Typical for 1995 Armstrong MT50020,788 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD290 JJD
MakeArmstrong
ModelMT500
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2022 8,737 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 6,532 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 6,223 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 6,223 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2017 6,046 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 5,510 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 5,184 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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D290 JJD is a 1995 Armstrong MT500 in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1995 Armstrong MT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 20,788 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 D290 JJD, 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 31 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 D290 JJD?

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What year was D290 JJD registered?

D290 JJD is a 1995 Armstrong MT500, first registered on 12 April 1995.

Is D290 JJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D290 JJD 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.

Does D290 JJD have outstanding finance?

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