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FA04 GYT

2004 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

10,391 mi
Last recorded10,391 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Royal Enfield Bullet 5006,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA04 GYT
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 10,391 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 10,389 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 10,385 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 10,381 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 10,377 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 10,374 miles

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

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2020 10,202 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 9,912 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 9,643 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 9,422 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 8,624 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 8,588 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 8,200 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 8,148 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 7,907 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 7,294 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 7,283 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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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FA04 GYT is a 2004 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 FA04 GYT, 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 FA04 GYT registered?

FA04 GYT is a 2004 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 1 August 2004.

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The MOT history for FA04 GYT shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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