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DX08 JKF

2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

9,760 mi
Last recorded9,760 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 5006,260 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 JKF
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2021 9,760 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2021 9,760 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 May 2019 9,754 miles

2 of the 3 front side lamps not working

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 May 2018 9,528 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 7,881 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 7,763 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 7,685 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 7,616 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 7,571 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 May 2012 7,114 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2011 6,748 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 JKF 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 90.9%.

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 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 DX08 JKF, 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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What year was DX08 JKF registered?

DX08 JKF is a 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is DX08 JKF safe to buy?

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