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AY53 HMK

2003 Royal Enfield Bullet

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

9,413 mi
Last recorded9,413 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet7,372 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 HMK
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 9,413 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 5,915 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2025 5,915 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged Fitted new valve (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 5,903 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 5,889 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 5,872 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 5,843 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 5,800 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 5,729 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 5,659 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 30 Mar 2017 5,659 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer torn (7.2.2c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 5,454 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 5,206 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

fuel cap seal deteriated & requires attension

Pass 4 Apr 2014 4,832 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2014 4,832 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 4,483 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 4,474 miles

Front Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Royal Enfield Bullet?

Based on 6,089 MOT tests across 925 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
323
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
925
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 32
Footrest insecure 15
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 14
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 13
Horn not working 12
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AY53 HMK is a 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 7,372 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 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY53 HMK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Royal Enfield Bullet typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 23 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AY53 HMK registered?

AY53 HMK is a 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet, first registered on 11 November 2003.

Is AY53 HMK safe to buy?

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