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AE51 UFL

2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

30,829 mi
Last recorded30,829 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2024
Typical for 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 5009,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 UFL
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2024 30,829 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 30,625 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 29,699 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 27,874 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 25,933 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 24,551 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 22,967 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 21,858 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 20,223 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2014 20,201 miles

Rear Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Fail 3 Apr 2013 15,693 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 15,693 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 13,709 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 13,709 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2011 13,347 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2011 13,347 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 12,707 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 7,630 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 6,662 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 6,261 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 5,546 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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 UFL 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 81%.

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 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 AE51 UFL, 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.

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What year was AE51 UFL registered?

AE51 UFL is a 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 2 November 2001.

Is AE51 UFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 UFL shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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