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J456 PFL

1992 Royal Enfield Bullet

Grey Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,476 mi
Last recorded21,476 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2014
Typical for 1992 Royal Enfield Bullet14,161 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ456 PFL
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 18 Aug 2014 21,476 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 21,476 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 21,266 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 20,688 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 20,036 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 20,036 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 29 May 2007 19,985 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 29 May 2007 19,985 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 May 2006 17,920 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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J456 PFL is a 1992 Royal Enfield Bullet in Grey with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J456 PFL, 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 J456 PFL registered?

J456 PFL is a 1992 Royal Enfield Bullet, first registered on 17 March 1992.

Is J456 PFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J456 PFL shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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