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FH51 HLK

2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

4,726 mi
Last recorded4,726 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2022
Typical for 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 5009,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH51 HLK
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2022 4,726 miles

Front No front mudguard fitted

Nearside Chain guard missing ()

Pass 20 Apr 2021 4,580 miles

No front mudguard fitted

Pass 14 Apr 2020 4,546 miles

Front No Front Mudguard Fitted

Pass 16 Apr 2019 4,473 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 3,421 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 3,421 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 2,929 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 2,430 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 1,752 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 1,405 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 447 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 447 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 4,647 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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FH51 HLK is a 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 9,228 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 FH51 HLK, 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 25 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FH51 HLK?

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What year was FH51 HLK registered?

FH51 HLK is a 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is FH51 HLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH51 HLK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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