Royal Enfield Crusader Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Royal Enfield Crusader car check
Is the Royal Enfield Crusader reliable? We analysed 653 real MOT tests across 157 vehicles to find out.
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The Royal Enfield Crusader is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and shock absorber has inadequate damping effect.. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Royal Enfield Crusader.
Royal Enfield Crusader Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Royal Enfield Crusader. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Royal Enfield Crusader MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Royal Enfield Crusader to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Royal Enfield Crusader Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Royal Enfield Crusader fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Royal Enfield Crusader Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Royal Enfield Crusader owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Royal Enfield Crusader MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Royal Enfield Crusader year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | 62 | 91.9% | 977 | 11,905 | 27,304 |
| 1962 | 66 | 90.9% | 756 | 2,524 | 20,858 |
| 1961 | 120 | 94.2% | 4,138 | 18,115 | 19,884 |
| 1960 | 62 | 91.9% | 502 | 2,950 | 32,555 |
| 1959 | 51 | 86.3% | 2,896 | 17,025 | 34,476 |
How Long Does a Royal Enfield Crusader Last?
Based on 157 Royal Enfield Crusader vehicles on UK roads.
Royal Enfield Crusader Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Royal Enfield Crusader 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 Royal Enfield Crusader
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
94.2% MOT pass rate from 120 tests
86.3% MOT pass rate from 51 tests
The best year to buy a used Royal Enfield Crusader is 1961, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.2% across 120 tests. The 1959 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Royal Enfield Crusader Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Enfield Crusader THIS CAR | 92.0% | 653 | 7,320 mi | 67 yrs |
| Royal Enfield Bullet 500 | 89.5% | 29,852 | 6,990 mi | 32 yrs |
| Royal Enfield Interceptor Int 650 | 91.7% | 9,779 | 4,502 mi | — yrs |
| Royal Enfield Bullet 350 | 90.5% | 8,105 | 6,317 mi | 37 yrs |
| Volkswagen Sharan SE TDI 115 | 69.6% | 740 | 150,722 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Royal Enfield Bullet 500 (89.5% pass rate) and the Royal Enfield Interceptor Int 650 (91.7% pass rate), the Royal Enfield Crusader outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Royal Enfield CrusaderShould you buy a used Royal Enfield Crusader?
The Royal Enfield Crusader has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.0% across 653 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 Royal Enfield Crusader are headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (5 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (3), and shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (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 Royal Enfield Crusader owner drives around 90 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 Royal Enfield Crusader models stay on UK roads for around 67 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.