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GX03 BNJ

2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

11,831 mi
Last recorded11,831 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 5007,146 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 BNJ
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 11,831 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2026 11,831 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 11,666 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 10,930 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 9,553 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 7,224 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2014 7,224 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 31 May 2014 7,026 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 6,791 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 6,164 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 6,021 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 5,907 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 5,625 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 5,275 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 4,898 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 BNJ is a 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BNJ, 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

How do I check the history of GX03 BNJ?

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What year was GX03 BNJ registered?

GX03 BNJ is a 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 26 May 2003.

Is GX03 BNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX03 BNJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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