Enfield 350 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Enfield 350 reliable? We analysed 2,688 real MOT tests across 336 vehicles to find out.
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The Enfield 350 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, direction indicator not working and headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Enfield 350.
Enfield 350 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Enfield 350. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Enfield 350 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Enfield 350 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Enfield 350 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Enfield 350 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Enfield 350 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Enfield 350 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Enfield 350 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Enfield 350 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 73 | 97.3% | 2,155 | 3,300 | 6,489 |
| 2008 | 317 | 92.4% | 2,053 | 4,456 | 9,012 |
| 2007 | 227 | 90.7% | 2,572 | 4,835 | 8,204 |
| 2006 | 300 | 88.0% | 1,612 | 3,492 | 7,748 |
| 2005 | 151 | 84.1% | 2,204 | 4,683 | 12,682 |
| 2004 | 80 | 85.0% | 1,614 | 4,093 | 9,810 |
| 2002 | 71 | 94.4% | 10,215 | 12,715 | 15,112 |
| 2001 | 50 | 90.0% | 2,578 | 8,258 | 15,485 |
| 2000 | 238 | 91.6% | 3,483 | 10,250 | 15,640 |
| 1999 | 166 | 84.9% | 3,224 | 8,184 | 16,055 |
| 1998 | 57 | 77.2% | 10,342 | 24,296 | 28,161 |
| 1997 | 58 | 81.0% | 3,456 | 7,004 | 21,031 |
| 1995 | 59 | 81.4% | 5,502 | 10,751 | 25,734 |
| 1994 | 123 | 88.6% | 1,736 | 6,050 | 18,765 |
| 1993 | 119 | 92.4% | 4,582 | 8,565 | 14,012 |
| 1992 | 82 | 93.9% | 3,332 | 6,461 | 8,658 |
| 1991 | 57 | 87.7% | 5,147 | 9,534 | 11,682 |
| 1990 | 72 | 87.5% | 5,494 | 12,524 | 17,775 |
| 1989 | 75 | 77.3% | 6,322 | 14,714 | 21,138 |
How Long Does a Enfield 350 Last?
Based on 336 Enfield 350 vehicles on UK roads.
Enfield 350 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Enfield 350 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Enfield 350
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
97.3% MOT pass rate from 73 tests
77.2% MOT pass rate from 57 tests
The best year to buy a used Enfield 350 is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 97.3% across 73 tests. The 1998 model year has the lowest pass rate at 77.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Enfield 350 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enfield 350 THIS CAR | 88.6% | 2,688 | 6,364 mi | 37 yrs |
| Enfield Bullet 500 | 88.5% | 5,505 | 6,083 mi | 36 yrs |
| Enfield Bullet 350 | 90% | 2,308 | 5,575 mi | 37 yrs |
| Enfield Bullet | 89.7% | 1,482 | 7,119 mi | 34 yrs |
| Ford Kuga Titanium Edition Ecoblue | 88.2% | 4,334 | 32,165 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Enfield Bullet 500 (88.5% pass rate) and the Enfield Bullet 350 (90.0% pass rate), the Enfield 350 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Enfield 350Should you buy a used Enfield 350?
The Enfield 350 has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.6% across 2,688 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Enfield 350 are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (21 recorded failures), direction indicator not working (13), and headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (12). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Enfield 350 owner drives around 293 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 Enfield 350 models stay on UK roads for around 37 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching 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.