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Bullit Hunt Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Bullit Hunt reliable? We analysed 575 real MOT tests across 138 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 575 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
74.8%
Typical Mileage
5,083mi
Annual Mileage
694mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
10yrs

The Bullit Hunt is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Bullit Hunt.

Bullit Hunt Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Bullit Hunt. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Bullit Hunt MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Bullit Hunt to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

76.2%
2017
74.3%
2016

Bullit Hunt Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Bullit Hunt models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 6

Bullit Hunt Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Bullit Hunt owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
154 mi/yr
Typical
694 mi/yr
Average
1,406 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,616 mi/yr

Bullit Hunt MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Bullit Hunt year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2017 164 76.2% 2,698 4,465 9,737
2016 378 74.3% 2,123 5,726 11,044

How Long Does a Bullit Hunt Last?

Based on 138 Bullit Hunt vehicles on UK roads.

Average
6.1 years
Median
6.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
10 years

Bullit Hunt Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Bullit Hunt MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
5,083 mi
75th Percentile
10,488 mi
95th Percentile
21,516 mi
Max Recorded
45,001 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Bullit Hunt

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2017

76.2% MOT pass rate from 164 tests

Year to avoid
2016

74.3% MOT pass rate from 378 tests

The best year to buy a used Bullit Hunt is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 76.2% across 164 tests. The 2016 model year has the lowest pass rate at 74.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Bullit Hunt Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Bullit Hunt THIS CAR 74.8% 575 5,083 mi 10 yrs
Bullit Hero 125 76.2% 1,478 3,238 mi — yrs
Bullit Bluroc 125 78.2% 587 2,666 mi — yrs
Bullit Hunt S 125 70.4% 405 4,919 mi — yrs
Vauxhall Corsa Active 12V 69.7% 697 79,949 mi — yrs

Compared to the Bullit Hero 125 (76.2% pass rate) and the Bullit Bluroc 125 (78.2% pass rate), the Bullit Hunt trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Bullit Hunt?

The Bullit Hunt has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.8% across 575 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Bullit Hunt with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Bullit Hunt owner drives around 694 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Bullit Hunt models stay on UK roads for around 10 years. If you're buying one that's already well within that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Bullit Hunt — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Bullit Hunt reliable?
Based on 575 MOT tests, the Bullit Hunt has a 74.8% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Bullit Hunt?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Bullit Hunt do per year?
The typical Bullit Hunt does around 694 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Bullit Hunt last?
Most Bullit Hunt models stay on UK roads for around 10 years based on our analysis of 138 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Bullit Hunt?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Bullit Hunt?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Bullit Hunt is 2017 with a 76.2% pass rate across 164 tests.