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AE51 AUY

2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

15,256 mi
Last recorded15,256 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 5009,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 AUY
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 15,256 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 15,194 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 14,949 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2023 14,941 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Aug 2022 14,733 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 14,641 miles

Front tyre perished

Rear tyre perished

Pass 14 Aug 2020 14,592 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 14,415 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 14,201 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 14,145 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 14,137 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 13,679 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 13,340 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2013 13,266 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 13,216 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 13,134 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 13,112 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 13,103 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 13,039 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 12,630 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 12,135 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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AE51 AUY is a 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 9,228 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 AE51 AUY, 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 25 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 AE51 AUY registered?

AE51 AUY is a 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is AE51 AUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 AUY shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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