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D822 MEA

1998 Armstrong MT500

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

23,873 mi
Last recorded23,873 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Armstrong MT50018,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD822 MEA
MakeArmstrong
ModelMT500
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 23,873 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 23,864 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 23,829 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 23,801 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 23,776 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 23,702 miles

Slight engine oil leak

Pass 5 Jul 2019 23,630 miles

slight oil leak engine

Pass 21 Mar 2018 23,559 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 23,452 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 23,305 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 23,123 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 22,898 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 22,728 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 22,467 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 22,337 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 22,238 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 15 Sep 2009 22,228 miles

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 22,067 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 21,681 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 21,291 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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D822 MEA is a 1998 Armstrong MT500 in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1998 Armstrong MT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 18,203 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 D822 MEA, 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 28 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 D822 MEA?

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What year was D822 MEA registered?

D822 MEA is a 1998 Armstrong MT500, first registered on 5 March 1998.

Is D822 MEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D822 MEA shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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