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DX08 CLN

2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

10,619 mi
Last recorded10,619 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 5006,260 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 CLN
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2022 10,619 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2022 10,619 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 9,132 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2021 9,132 miles

Rear Wheel fixing loose (single fixing) (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 8,646 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 8,388 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 7,102 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 6,503 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 6,462 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Upper Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 3,634 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 1,934 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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DX08 CLN is a 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 DX08 CLN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX08 CLN registered?

DX08 CLN is a 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is DX08 CLN safe to buy?

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