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E426 PFR

1997 Armstrong MT500

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,914 mi
Last recorded44,914 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Armstrong MT50019,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE426 PFR
MakeArmstrong
ModelMT500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 44,914 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 35,690 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 30,770 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 6,422 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 3,896 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 3,896 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 20 Sep 2006 439 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 1,423 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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E426 PFR is a 1997 Armstrong MT500 in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 E426 PFR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E426 PFR?

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What year was E426 PFR registered?

E426 PFR is a 1997 Armstrong MT500, first registered on 7 April 1997.

Is E426 PFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E426 PFR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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