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J85 BYB

1991 Royal Enfield Bullet

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,305 mi
Last recorded6,305 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2025
Typical for 1991 Royal Enfield Bullet11,739 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ85 BYB
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 8 Feb 2025 6,305 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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J85 BYB is a 1991 Royal Enfield Bullet in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Royal Enfield Bullet models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 11,739 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 J85 BYB, 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.

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What year was J85 BYB registered?

J85 BYB is a 1991 Royal Enfield Bullet, first registered on 23 August 1991.

Is J85 BYB safe to buy?

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