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HVK 721C

1998 Royal Enfield Bullet

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

7,590 mi
Last recorded7,590 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2024
Typical for 1998 Royal Enfield Bullet3,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVK 721C
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2024 7,590 miles

oil leak

Pass 7 Jun 2023 7,260 miles

oil leak

Fail 7 Jun 2023 7,260 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

oil leak

Pass 29 Jun 2022 6,499 miles

Rear Tyre perishing

Pass 26 Mar 2021 2,826 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 9,699 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 9,616 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 9,074 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 7,943 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 6,910 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 6,778 miles

How Reliable is the Royal Enfield Bullet?

Based on 6,089 MOT tests across 925 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
323
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
925
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 32
Footrest insecure 15
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 14
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 13
Horn not working 12
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HVK 721C is a 1998 Royal Enfield Bullet in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1998 Royal Enfield Bullet models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 3,780 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Royal Enfield Bullet fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HVK 721C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Royal Enfield Bullet typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 28 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HVK 721C registered?

HVK 721C is a 1998 Royal Enfield Bullet, first registered on 19 March 1998.

Is HVK 721C safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVK 721C shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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