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L167 DCW

1993 Enfield 500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

277 mi
Last recorded277 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2023
Typical for 1993 Enfield 5004,609 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL167 DCW
MakeEnfield
Model500
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2023 277 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 277 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 229 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

slight bind on front brake

Pass 10 Jul 2015 223 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 12,090 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 12,089 miles

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

Offside Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Oil leak

Fail 5 May 2011 12,088 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Upper Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Offside Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jul 2008 12,072 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 12,061 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 12,060 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 12,060 miles

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

How Reliable is the Enfield 500?

Based on 1,120 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
244
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
Horn not working 6
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 6
Direction indicators not working 4
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L167 DCW is a 1993 Enfield 500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1993 Enfield 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 4,609 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 Enfield 500 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L167 DCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Enfield 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 33 years old, this Enfield 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L167 DCW registered?

L167 DCW is a 1993 Enfield 500, first registered on 26 August 1993.

Is L167 DCW safe to buy?

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