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AE55 LWX

2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2024
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,898 mi
Last recorded5,898 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 5007,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE55 LWX
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 8 Mar 2023 5,898 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 5,825 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 5,448 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 4,963 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 4,606 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 4,382 miles

both tyres have slight perishing

Pass 14 Dec 2009 3,958 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 2,951 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 LWX is a 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 LWX, 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

How do I check the history of AE55 LWX?

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What year was AE55 LWX registered?

AE55 LWX is a 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 21 October 2005.

Is AE55 LWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE55 LWX shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE55 LWX have outstanding finance?

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