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LJ51 CXP

2002 Royal Enfield Bullet

Red Petrol 346cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

18,917 mi
Last recorded18,917 miles
Recorded on16 May 2017
Typical for 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet5,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 CXP
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine346cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 May 2017 18,917 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 18,893 miles

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp indicators (1.1.3b)

Fail 25 Mar 2017 18,878 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Offside Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front tyre slightly perished.

Rear tyre on minimum limit.

Pass 18 Mar 2016 17,300 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 16,990 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 19 Mar 2014 15,153 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 19 Mar 2014 15,153 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 28 Mar 2013 13,853 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 13,853 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2008 12,254 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 23 Feb 2008 12,254 miles

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

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Feb 2006 8,194 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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LJ51 CXP is a 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet in Red with a 346cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 5,960 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 LJ51 CXP, 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 24 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LJ51 CXP registered?

LJ51 CXP is a 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet, first registered on 1 February 2002.

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