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CV02 OVS

2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

19,942 mi
Last recorded19,942 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2013
Typical for 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 5008,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV02 OVS
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2013 19,942 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 18,652 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 16,920 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2011 16,920 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 12,364 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 4,448 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2009 4,448 miles

Front Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.5a)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 1,789 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 1,467 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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CV02 OVS is a 2002 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 77.8%.

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 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 CV02 OVS, 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.

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What year was CV02 OVS registered?

CV02 OVS is a 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 10 May 2002.

Is CV02 OVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV02 OVS shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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