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FHJ 196D

1997 Royal Enfield Continental GT

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,804 mi
Last recorded18,804 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHJ 196D
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelContinental GT
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2016 18,804 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 17,491 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 16,924 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 16,218 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 16,023 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 15,884 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 15,531 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 15,531 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Royal Enfield Continental GT?

Based on 649 MOT tests across 130 vehicles.

91.1%
Pass Rate
174
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Footrest missing 3
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 2
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 2
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
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FHJ 196D is a 1997 Royal Enfield Continental GT in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

The most common reason a Royal Enfield Continental GT fails its MOT is footrest missing, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FHJ 196D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Royal Enfield Continental GT typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 29 years old, this Royal Enfield Continental GT is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FHJ 196D registered?

FHJ 196D is a 1997 Royal Enfield Continental GT, first registered on 10 July 1997.

Is FHJ 196D safe to buy?

The MOT history for FHJ 196D shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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