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FJ03 POV

2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

4,354 mi
Last recorded4,354 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 5007,146 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 POV
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2023 4,354 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 25 Aug 2023 4,354 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 4,279 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 3,845 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 3,570 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 3,411 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 3,230 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 2,908 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 2,712 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 2,443 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Oil leak

brake pedal rubber worn

Pass 8 Sep 2012 1,931 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 581 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

centre stand slightly loose. spring tension

Pass 9 Jul 2010 228 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 209 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 182 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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FJ03 POV is a 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FJ03 POV, 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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FJ03 POV is a 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 1 July 2003.

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