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BV51 FYO

2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,604 mi
Last recorded14,604 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 5008,916 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV51 FYO
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2025 14,604 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 14,519 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 14,392 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 14,228 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 13,093 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 10,106 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 8,121 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 6,644 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 3,474 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 17 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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BV51 FYO is a 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 8,916 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 BV51 FYO, 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 24 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BV51 FYO?

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What year was BV51 FYO registered?

BV51 FYO is a 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 12 February 2002.

Is BV51 FYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV51 FYO shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BV51 FYO have outstanding finance?

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