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FA53 CGZ

2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,154 mi
Last recorded7,154 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 5007,146 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA53 CGZ
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2019 7,154 miles

slight dampness around nearside front fork

Fail 27 Jul 2019 7,154 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

slight dampness around nearside front fork

Pass 29 Jul 2017 7,147 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 7,096 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 6,452 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2007 4,895 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 1,580 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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FA53 CGZ is a 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 7,146 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 FA53 CGZ, 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 23 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of FA53 CGZ?

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What year was FA53 CGZ registered?

FA53 CGZ is a 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 15 October 2003.

Is FA53 CGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA53 CGZ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FA53 CGZ have outstanding finance?

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