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FX51 ELC

2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

190 mi
Last recorded190 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2014
Typical for 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 5009,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 ELC
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2014 190 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 10,517 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 10,248 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 10,094 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 9,677 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 9,677 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2008 8,907 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 8,907 miles

Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Rear Stop lamp insecure (1.3.3b)

Pass 10 Mar 2007 7,950 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 7,573 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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FX51 ELC is a 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FX51 ELC, 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

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What year was FX51 ELC registered?

FX51 ELC is a 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is FX51 ELC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX51 ELC shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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