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J588 PFX

1991 Royal Enfield Bullet

Black Petrol 346cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

82,812 mi
Last recorded82,812 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2024
Typical for 1991 Royal Enfield Bullet11,739 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ588 PFX
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine346cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2024 82,812 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 82,657 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 81,503 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 80,744 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 80,491 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 80,487 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 79,842 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 78,512 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 76,968 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 75,200 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012 73,693 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 72,021 miles

Front Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1b)

Fail 22 Jul 2011 72,021 miles

Front Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 69,623 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 67,928 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 64,537 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 59,236 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 57,536 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2006 57,536 miles

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

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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J588 PFX is a 1991 Royal Enfield Bullet in Black with a 346cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1991 Royal Enfield Bullet models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 11,739 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 J588 PFX, 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 35 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 J588 PFX registered?

J588 PFX is a 1991 Royal Enfield Bullet, first registered on 19 September 1991.

Is J588 PFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J588 PFX shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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