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EU55 BZB

2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

3,347 mi
Last recorded3,347 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 5007,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU55 BZB
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2022 3,347 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 3,255 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 2,963 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2019 2,963 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 1,924 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 1,924 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 23,368 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2017 23,368 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2016 22,390 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 20,262 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 18,140 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 16,249 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 14,284 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 12,561 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 11,474 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2009 9,842 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 8,682 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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EU55 BZB is a 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 7,219 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 EU55 BZB, 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 21 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 EU55 BZB registered?

EU55 BZB is a 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 19 November 2005.

Is EU55 BZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU55 BZB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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