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E990 AAW

2001 Armstrong MT500

Green Petrol 485cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

30,932 mi
Last recorded30,932 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Armstrong MT50017,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE990 AAW
MakeArmstrong
ModelMT500
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine485cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 30,932 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 30,493 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 30,223 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 29,249 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 28,992 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 28,208 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 7 May 2021 28,036 miles

Central Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 May 2020 27,248 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 26,810 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 24,586 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 23,644 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 22,806 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2012 21,873 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 17,738 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 13,650 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 13,136 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 13,132 miles

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

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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E990 AAW is a 2001 Armstrong MT500 in Green with a 485cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2001 Armstrong MT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 17,188 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 E990 AAW, 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 25 years old, this Armstrong MT500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E990 AAW registered?

E990 AAW is a 2001 Armstrong MT500, first registered on 5 September 2001.

Is E990 AAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E990 AAW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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