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C506 RFE

1986 Armstrong MT500

Beige Petrol 485cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,303 mi
Last recorded23,303 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC506 RFE
MakeArmstrong
ModelMT500
Year1986
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine485cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2015 23,303 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 23,079 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2014 23,079 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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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C506 RFE is a 1986 Armstrong MT500 in Beige with a 485cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 C506 RFE, 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 40 years old, this Armstrong MT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C506 RFE registered?

C506 RFE is a 1986 Armstrong MT500, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C506 RFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for C506 RFE shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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