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L945 VFW

1993 Enfield 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

4,129 mi
Last recorded4,129 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 1993 Enfield 5004,609 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL945 VFW
MakeEnfield
Model500
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 4,129 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 3,898 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 3,288 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 1,039 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 231 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 197 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 3,712 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 3,712 miles

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 3,711 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 3,152 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 3,139 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 2,979 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 22 Jun 2010 2,979 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 2,519 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 1,717 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 1,674 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 952 miles

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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L945 VFW is a 1993 Enfield 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 L945 VFW, 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 L945 VFW registered?

L945 VFW is a 1993 Enfield 500, first registered on 23 September 1993.

Is L945 VFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L945 VFW shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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