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AE08 LXS

2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,790 mi
Last recorded8,790 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 5006,260 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 LXS
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2021 8,790 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 8,774 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 8,750 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 8,629 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 8,028 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 8,028 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 7,338 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 6,561 miles

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 May 2011 4,933 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 23 May 2011 4,933 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Royal Enfield Bullet 500?

Based on 29,852 MOT tests across 2,932 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
407
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
2,932
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 182
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 87
Headlamp aim too high 73
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 69
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 66
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AE08 LXS is a 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 6,260 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Royal Enfield Bullet 500 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 182 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE08 LXS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Royal Enfield Bullet 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 18 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE08 LXS registered?

AE08 LXS is a 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 10 June 2008.

Is AE08 LXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 LXS shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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