Enfield Bullet Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Enfield Bullet reliable? We analysed 1,482 real MOT tests across 183 vehicles to find out.
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The Enfield Bullet 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 footrest insecure. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Enfield Bullet.
Enfield Bullet Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Enfield Bullet. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Enfield Bullet MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Enfield Bullet to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Enfield Bullet Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Enfield Bullet fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Enfield Bullet Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Enfield Bullet owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Enfield Bullet MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Enfield Bullet year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 162 | 90.7% | 2,088 | 4,278 | 8,686 |
| 2007 | 80 | 90.0% | 5,732 | 11,469 | 18,948 |
| 2006 | 115 | 93.9% | 2,152 | 6,974 | 14,202 |
| 2005 | 61 | 80.3% | 3,437 | 7,785 | 11,543 |
| 2002 | 60 | 90.0% | 1,376 | 7,692 | 14,375 |
| 2000 | 116 | 88.8% | 1,248 | 4,362 | 9,519 |
| 1999 | 85 | 76.5% | 4,602 | 7,627 | 10,336 |
| 1996 | 63 | 95.2% | 3,833 | 7,047 | 20,735 |
| 1995 | 65 | 90.8% | 3,710 | 8,562 | 13,742 |
| 1994 | 85 | 87.1% | 7,596 | 10,260 | 21,375 |
| 1993 | 126 | 92.1% | 4,813 | 12,582 | 17,048 |
| 1992 | 72 | 91.7% | 5,838 | 14,649 | 34,098 |
How Long Does a Enfield Bullet Last?
Based on 183 Enfield Bullet vehicles on UK roads.
Enfield Bullet Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Enfield Bullet 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 Bullet
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
95.2% MOT pass rate from 63 tests
76.5% MOT pass rate from 85 tests
The best year to buy a used Enfield Bullet is 1996, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.2% across 63 tests. The 1999 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Enfield Bullet Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enfield Bullet THIS CAR | 89.7% | 1,482 | 7,119 mi | 34 yrs |
| Enfield Bullet 500 | 88.5% | 5,505 | 6,083 mi | 36 yrs |
| Enfield 350 | 88.6% | 2,688 | 6,364 mi | 37 yrs |
| Enfield Bullet 350 | 90% | 2,308 | 5,575 mi | 37 yrs |
| Kia Sorento KX-2 CRDI Isg 4X4 | 90.4% | 825 | 77,270 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Enfield Bullet 500 (88.5% pass rate) and the Enfield 350 (88.6% pass rate), the Enfield Bullet outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Enfield BulletShould you buy a used Enfield Bullet?
The Enfield Bullet has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.7% across 1,482 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 Bullet are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (9 recorded failures), direction indicator not working (5), and footrest insecure (3). 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 Bullet owner drives around 390 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 Bullet models stay on UK roads for around 34 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.