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GX03 TLN

2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,603 mi
Last recorded16,603 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 5007,146 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 TLN
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 5 Nov 2025 16,603 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 15,409 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 14,426 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 12,967 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 11,728 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 10,009 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 7,416 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 5,273 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 4,464 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 2,597 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 TLN is a 2003 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 100%.

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 GX03 TLN, 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 TLN registered?

GX03 TLN is a 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is GX03 TLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX03 TLN shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GX03 TLN have outstanding finance?

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