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BKU 452B

2007 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

20,947 mi
Last recorded20,947 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2007 Royal Enfield Bullet 5006,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKU 452B
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 20,947 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 20,884 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2022 20,884 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 20,862 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 20,487 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 19,275 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 18,552 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 18,552 miles

Rear Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 17,062 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 16,095 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 15,798 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 15,769 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2011 14,574 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 12,023 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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BKU 452B is a 2007 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2007 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 6,362 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 BKU 452B, 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 19 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 BKU 452B registered?

BKU 452B is a 2007 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 5 December 2007.

Is BKU 452B safe to buy?

The MOT history for BKU 452B shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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