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FH05 RJU

2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

23,732 mi
Last recorded23,732 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 5007,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 RJU
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2023 23,732 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 23,724 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 23,545 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 23,460 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 23,209 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 22,769 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 22,759 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 22,636 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 21,967 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2016 21,963 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2015 20,639 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 19,689 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 18,258 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 14,191 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 14,191 miles

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 10,565 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 7,465 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 5,413 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 11 Jun 2008 5,413 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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FH05 RJU is a 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FH05 RJU, 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 FH05 RJU registered?

FH05 RJU is a 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 14 June 2005.

Is FH05 RJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH05 RJU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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