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CA51 HXY

2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

22,110 mi
Last recorded22,110 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 5008,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA51 HXY
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 22,110 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 21,222 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 20,235 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 19,031 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 17,796 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 16,591 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 15,138 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 13,921 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 12,865 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 11,465 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 4,352 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 4,352 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Fail 11 Apr 2014 2,232 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 2,232 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 1,306 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 Mar 2012 728 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Jan 2011 462 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 401 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2009 11,640 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 11,102 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 10,255 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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CA51 HXY is a 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 CA51 HXY, 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

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What year was CA51 HXY registered?

CA51 HXY is a 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 1 February 2002.

Is CA51 HXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA51 HXY shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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