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D445 CHG

1997 Armstrong MT500

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

11,296 mi
Last recorded11,296 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Armstrong MT50019,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD445 CHG
MakeArmstrong
ModelMT500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 11,296 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 11,294 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 11,281 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 11,267 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 11,251 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 11,207 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 11,192 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 11,171 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 11,127 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 11,115 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 May 2009 11,113 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 11,113 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 1 May 2008 11,113 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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D445 CHG is a 1997 Armstrong MT500 in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1997 Armstrong MT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 19,199 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 D445 CHG, 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 29 years old, this Armstrong MT500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of D445 CHG?

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What year was D445 CHG registered?

D445 CHG is a 1997 Armstrong MT500, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is D445 CHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for D445 CHG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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