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FJ09 OFG

2009 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

12,256 mi
Last recorded12,256 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2023
Typical for 2009 Royal Enfield Bullet 5006,168 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ09 OFG
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2023 12,256 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 10,435 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 7,731 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 3,426 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 2,686 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 1,744 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 27 Feb 2018 1,774 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2017 872 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2016 57 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 8,405 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 7,739 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 6,439 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 5,193 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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FJ09 OFG is a 2009 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2009 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 6,168 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 FJ09 OFG, 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 17 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 FJ09 OFG registered?

FJ09 OFG is a 2009 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 1 April 2009.

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