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AY54 AXV

2004 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

22,029 mi
Last recorded22,029 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2024
Typical for 2004 Royal Enfield Bullet 5006,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY54 AXV
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2024 22,029 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 20,974 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 19,368 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 16,354 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 12,347 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 4,182 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 3,033 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 19 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 7 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 7 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 7 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 7 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 30,162 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 26,789 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 26,790 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 25,261 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 25,261 miles

Nearside Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 21,847 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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AY54 AXV is a 2004 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2004 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 6,200 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 AY54 AXV, 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 22 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 AY54 AXV registered?

AY54 AXV is a 2004 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 14 September 2004.

Is AY54 AXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY54 AXV shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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