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AE55 LWR

2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,715 mi
Last recorded11,715 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 5007,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE55 LWR
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2025 11,715 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 11,560 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 11,472 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 11,396 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 11,252 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 10,993 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2014 10,627 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 9,452 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 9,342 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 8,277 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 6,925 miles

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2009 5,477 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 4,145 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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AE55 LWR is a 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 7,219 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 AE55 LWR, 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 21 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 AE55 LWR registered?

AE55 LWR is a 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is AE55 LWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE55 LWR shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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