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HF51 MGJ

2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

9,659 mi
Last recorded9,659 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 5009,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 MGJ
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 9,659 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 9,228 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 8,887 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2023 8,887 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 22 Oct 2022 8,700 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 8,334 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2020 7,933 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 7,198 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2018 6,787 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 2 Dec 2017 6,699 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 6,681 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Nov 2015 6,655 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 6,644 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 6,608 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 6,367 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 5,727 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Nov 2010 4,639 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 4,522 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Dec 2008 4,005 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 3,471 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2006 3,338 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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HF51 MGJ is a 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 9,228 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 HF51 MGJ, 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 25 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 HF51 MGJ registered?

HF51 MGJ is a 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 25 September 2001.

Is HF51 MGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 MGJ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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