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EJ02 PBU

2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

11,285 mi
Last recorded11,285 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 5008,916 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ02 PBU
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 11,285 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 8,522 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

oil leak from engine

Pass 23 Jan 2023 8,001 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 7,891 miles

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

Engine oil leak

Fail 30 May 2019 7,891 miles

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

Engine oil leak

Sidecar structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure 2x bolts loose (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2018 7,573 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 6,714 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 6,448 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 5,248 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 5,156 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 5,077 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 4,442 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 3,701 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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EJ02 PBU is a 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 EJ02 PBU, 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 EJ02 PBU registered?

EJ02 PBU is a 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 30 May 2002.

Is EJ02 PBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ02 PBU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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