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AE08 OFJ

2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

14,416 mi
Last recorded14,416 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 5006,260 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 OFJ
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2023 14,416 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 13,761 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 13,026 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 12,478 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 11,918 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 11,290 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 10,570 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 9,897 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 9,210 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 8,495 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 8,087 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 6,567 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 6,567 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2011 5,627 miles

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 OFJ is a 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OFJ, 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.

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How do I check the history of AE08 OFJ?

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What year was AE08 OFJ registered?

AE08 OFJ is a 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 13 August 2008.

Is AE08 OFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 OFJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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