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DSL 68C

2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

19,568 mi
Last recorded19,568 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 5008,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSL 68C
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 19,568 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 16 May 2025 19,534 miles

No lights fitted at time of test.

Pass 21 May 2024 19,504 miles

No lights fitted at time of test.

Pass 15 May 2023 19,457 miles

No lights fitted at time of test.

Pass 13 May 2022 19,422 miles

No lights fitted at time of test.

Pass 17 May 2021 19,179 miles

No lights fitted at time of test.

Pass 12 Dec 2019 19,095 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

bike presented without lights only to be used during daylight hours

Fail 12 Dec 2019 19,095 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

bike presented without lights only to be used during daylight hours

Offside Rear Wheel fixing missing (single fixing) rear wheel spindle nut split pin missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 18,059 miles

no lights fitted Day time use only

Pass 18 Jul 2017 16,985 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Day Light MOT Not to be used in times of reduced visibility

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2016 15,475 miles

Only to be used during the hours of daylight, and not used during times of reduced visability.

Pass 6 Jul 2015 13,794 miles

Only to be used during daylight hours, and not at times of seriously reduced visability

Pass 9 Jul 2014 11,199 miles

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

ONLY TO BE USED DURING DAYLIGHT HOURS AND NOT TO BE USED AT TIMES OF SERIOUSLY REDUCED VIABILITY.

Pass 15 Jul 2013 8,848 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 7,626 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 5,950 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2010 4,436 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2009 3,378 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 2,533 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 1,020 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 5,015 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2005 3,599 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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DSL 68C is a 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 DSL 68C, 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 DSL 68C registered?

DSL 68C is a 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 19 June 2002.

Is DSL 68C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSL 68C shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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