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AY05 FFN

2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

3,808 mi
Last recorded3,808 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 5007,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 FFN
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 3,808 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 3,066 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 2,527 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 2,451 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 2,398 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 2,364 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 2,288 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Pass 22 Oct 2011 2,125 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 2,028 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 1,902 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 1,902 miles

Front Front position lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.3c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Front position lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.3c)

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 1,592 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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AY05 FFN is a 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AY05 FFN, 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 AY05 FFN registered?

AY05 FFN is a 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 21 April 2005.

Is AY05 FFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY05 FFN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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