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479 FOT

2008 Enfield 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

987 mi
Last recorded987 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2018
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Vehicle Details

Registration479 FOT
MakeEnfield
Model500
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2018 987 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 983 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 806 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 520 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 467 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 438 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 438 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Enfield 500?

Based on 1,120 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
244
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
Horn not working 6
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 6
Direction indicators not working 4
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479 FOT is a 2008 Enfield 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

The most common reason a Enfield 500 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 479 FOT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Enfield 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 18 years old, this Enfield 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 479 FOT registered?

479 FOT is a 2008 Enfield 500, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is 479 FOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 479 FOT shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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