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DX04 ZYH

2004 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

22,260 mi
Last recorded22,260 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Royal Enfield Bullet 5006,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX04 ZYH
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 22,260 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 22,126 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 22,052 miles

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 21,894 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 21,654 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 21,232 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 20,631 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2019 20,631 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 19,803 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 15,509 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 15,416 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 14,677 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 10,113 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 9,117 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 7,063 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 5,642 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 4,314 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 3,176 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 2,309 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 2,309 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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DX04 ZYH is a 2004 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2004 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 6,200 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 DX04 ZYH, 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 22 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 DX04 ZYH registered?

DX04 ZYH is a 2004 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 1 July 2004.

Is DX04 ZYH safe to buy?

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