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GX03 BDV

2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

2,495 mi
Last recorded2,495 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 5007,146 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 BDV
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 2,495 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 2,453 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 2,370 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 2,257 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 2,233 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 2,227 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 2,227 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 2,221 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 2,084 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 1,733 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 1,733 miles

Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 1,517 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 1,009 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 829 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 397 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 1,297 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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GX03 BDV is a 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 GX03 BDV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX03 BDV registered?

GX03 BDV is a 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 24 April 2003.

Is GX03 BDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX03 BDV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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