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FIG 4638

2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,847 mi
Last recorded18,847 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2018
Typical for 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 5008,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIG 4638
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2018 18,847 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 May 2016 18,270 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 17,846 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 16,078 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 15,297 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 15,297 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 13,490 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2011 11,318 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 11,318 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 9,269 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 7,447 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 5,744 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 3,623 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 3,410 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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FIG 4638 is a 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 8,916 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 FIG 4638, 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 24 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 FIG 4638?

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What year was FIG 4638 registered?

FIG 4638 is a 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 1 June 2002.

Is FIG 4638 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIG 4638 shows 14 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 FIG 4638 have outstanding finance?

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