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AU06 FXJ

2006 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

2,440 mi
Last recorded2,440 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2023
Typical for 2006 Royal Enfield Bullet 5006,477 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU06 FXJ
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2023 2,440 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 2,406 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 2,243 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 2,085 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 1,918 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2014 1,827 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2014 1,827 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 1,665 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 1,492 miles

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 1,492 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 1,291 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 606 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 9,524 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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AU06 FXJ is a 2006 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AU06 FXJ, 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

How do I check the history of AU06 FXJ?

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What year was AU06 FXJ registered?

AU06 FXJ is a 2006 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 16 June 2006.

Is AU06 FXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU06 FXJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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