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FX53 GYZ

2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

14,555 mi
Last recorded14,555 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 5007,146 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 GYZ
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 14,555 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 14,440 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 14,210 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 13,823 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 13,558 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 13,350 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 13,255 miles

Rear sprocket becoming worn.

Pass 14 Jun 2016 13,222 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 13,060 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 11,222 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 10,574 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 10,259 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

carb rubber split

Pass 21 Mar 2011 9,578 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 9,084 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 8,072 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 5,669 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2007 5,667 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2006 4,290 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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FX53 GYZ is a 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 FX53 GYZ, 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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What year was FX53 GYZ registered?

FX53 GYZ is a 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 1 October 2003.

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