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LF53 YHX

2004 Royal Enfield Bullet

Black Petrol 346cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

3,272 mi
Last recorded3,272 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2019
Typical for 2004 Royal Enfield Bullet5,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 YHX
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine346cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2019 3,272 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 3,174 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 3,092 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 2,769 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 2,769 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2015 2,439 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 1,811 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 1,811 miles

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 996 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 996 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 932 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 932 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 880 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 853 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 853 miles

Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Fail 9 May 2008 420 miles

Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 9 May 2008 420 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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LF53 YHX is a 2004 Royal Enfield Bullet in Black with a 346cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2004 Royal Enfield Bullet models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 5,694 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 LF53 YHX, 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 22 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LF53 YHX registered?

LF53 YHX is a 2004 Royal Enfield Bullet, first registered on 1 June 2004.

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