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BU05 HKF

2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

20,338 mi
Last recorded20,338 miles
Recorded on12 May 2022
Typical for 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 5007,219 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 HKF
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2022 20,338 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 May 2021 20,326 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 19,622 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Oct 2017 18,148 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 14 Oct 2017 18,148 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 17,982 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 17,326 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 14,342 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2012 12,242 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 9,584 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 6,511 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 4,443 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 2,674 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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BU05 HKF is a 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 BU05 HKF, 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.

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What year was BU05 HKF registered?

BU05 HKF is a 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is BU05 HKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 HKF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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