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AE51 UFW

2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

10,502 mi
Last recorded10,502 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2023
Typical for 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 5009,228 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 UFW
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2023 10,502 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 9,868 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 9,629 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 6,953 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 5,642 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 3,592 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 11 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 23,428 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 17,713 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 12,417 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 12,387 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 11,519 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 11,519 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2007 10,863 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 6,180 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 UFW is a 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 UFW, 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 UFW registered?

AE51 UFW is a 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 10 October 2001.

Is AE51 UFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 UFW shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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