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GX56 BBJ

2006 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

11,768 mi
Last recorded11,768 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Royal Enfield Bullet 5006,477 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX56 BBJ
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 11,768 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2025 11,764 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2024 11,458 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 11,446 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 11,116 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 10,675 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 9,785 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 9,519 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 8,807 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2018 8,807 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2017 8,636 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 8,513 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 8,488 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 8,082 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 5,123 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 3,871 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 3,261 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 2,994 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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GX56 BBJ is a 2006 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 2006 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 6,477 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 GX56 BBJ, 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 20 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 GX56 BBJ registered?

GX56 BBJ is a 2006 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 1 December 2006.

Is GX56 BBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX56 BBJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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