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AE53 PHF

2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

11,633 mi
Last recorded11,633 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 5007,146 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 PHF
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 11,633 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 11,357 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 11,345 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2020 11,345 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 11,009 miles

front tyre aged and cracked on side walls

Pass 23 Mar 2015 10,920 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

stop light only opperated by rear brake

Pass 20 Dec 2013 10,816 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2012 9,607 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 9,463 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 9,250 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 9,144 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 8,507 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 8,290 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 7,516 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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AE53 PHF is a 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 7,146 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 AE53 PHF, 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 23 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 AE53 PHF registered?

AE53 PHF is a 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 24 November 2003.

Is AE53 PHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE53 PHF 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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