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J151 FWP

1992 Royal Enfield Bullet

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

946 mi
Last recorded946 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 1992 Royal Enfield Bullet14,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ151 FWP
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 946 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 519 miles

Rear spindle head nearly pulling through frame

Fail 7 Jun 2023 519 miles

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear spindle head nearly pulling through frame

Pass 28 Jun 2019 403 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 160 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 32 miles

Rear mudguard extremely close to, but not fouling, rear tyre

Pass 4 Feb 2015 30,288 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 6 May 2010 27,692 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Offside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 24,399 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 23,999 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 23,439 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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J151 FWP is a 1992 Royal Enfield Bullet in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1992 Royal Enfield Bullet models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 14,161 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 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J151 FWP, 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 34 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was J151 FWP registered?

J151 FWP is a 1992 Royal Enfield Bullet, first registered on 28 February 1992.

Is J151 FWP safe to buy?

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