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AY08 FFX

2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

9,622 mi
Last recorded9,622 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 5006,260 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 FFX
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2023 9,622 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 9,460 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2022 9,449 miles

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 9,057 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 8,507 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2019 8,506 miles

Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure front and rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Sep 2018 8,292 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 7,954 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 7,564 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 5,538 miles

Centre Front Lower Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 4,868 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 4,352 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 3,929 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 30 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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AY08 FFX is a 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 6,260 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 AY08 FFX, 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 18 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY08 FFX registered?

AY08 FFX is a 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is AY08 FFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY08 FFX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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