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CN08 HOJ

2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

11,763 mi
Last recorded11,763 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 5006,260 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN08 HOJ
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 11,763 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 11,737 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 11,666 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 9,625 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 7,634 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 6,481 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 6,245 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 27 May 2011 5,499 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 5,499 miles

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

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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CN08 HOJ is a 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 6,260 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 CN08 HOJ, 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 18 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of CN08 HOJ?

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What year was CN08 HOJ registered?

CN08 HOJ is a 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 1 June 2008.

Is CN08 HOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CN08 HOJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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