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AE56 HPY

2006 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,119 mi
Last recorded12,119 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Royal Enfield Bullet 5006,477 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE56 HPY
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 12,119 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 11,965 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 11,633 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 10,895 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 9,444 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 9,417 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 9,300 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2017 9,300 miles

Nearside Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 9,116 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 9,086 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 8,457 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 7,481 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 6,614 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 5,710 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 4,557 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 4,557 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 3,244 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2009 3,244 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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AE56 HPY is a 2006 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2006 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 6,477 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 AE56 HPY, 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 20 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 AE56 HPY registered?

AE56 HPY is a 2006 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is AE56 HPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE56 HPY shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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