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LJ08 WEW

2008 Enfield Bullet 500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,015 mi
Last recorded20,015 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Enfield Bullet 5004,894 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 WEW
MakeEnfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2025 20,015 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 19,758 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 19,624 miles

rear brake rubbing slightly

Pass 7 Jun 2021 19,558 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 May 2020 19,417 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive & slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 18,676 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 18,360 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 17,250 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 14,929 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 10,533 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 5,933 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 4,414 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 3,371 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Enfield Bullet 500?

Based on 5,505 MOT tests across 791 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
311
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
791
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 58
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 22
Headlamp aim too high 21
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 15
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LJ08 WEW is a 2008 Enfield Bullet 500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 4,894 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Enfield Bullet 500 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ08 WEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Enfield Bullet 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 18 years old, this Enfield Bullet 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ08 WEW registered?

LJ08 WEW is a 2008 Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 7 July 2008.

Is LJ08 WEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 WEW shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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