CarVerify

Free Car Check

LK12 HXX

2012 Royal Enfield Bullet Classic Efi

Black Petrol 499cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

5,109 mi
Last recorded5,109 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Royal Enfield Bullet Classic Efi4,440 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Royal Enfield
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK12 HXX
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet Classic Efi
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 5,109 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2025 5,104 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2023 5,061 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2023 5,057 miles

Offside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Clutch cable obstructing on steering stops

Offside Front Headlight Flasher on Switch gear not working

Pass 11 Apr 2022 4,534 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Apr 2022 4,520 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2019 4,364 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 4,135 miles
Pass 29 May 2017 3,795 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 3,292 miles

rear tyre perished on side walls

Pass 10 Jul 2015 3,188 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Royal Enfield Bullet Classic Efi?

Based on 2,170 MOT tests across 258 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
372
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
258
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 8
Headlamp aim too high 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background 4
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Full Royal Enfield Bullet Classic Efi reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LK12 HXX is a 2012 Royal Enfield Bullet Classic Efi in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2012 Royal Enfield Bullet Classic Efi models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 4,440 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 Classic Efi fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK12 HXX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Royal Enfield Bullet Classic Efi typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet Classic Efi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LK12 HXX?

You can check the full history of LK12 HXX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LK12 HXX registered?

LK12 HXX is a 2012 Royal Enfield Bullet Classic Efi, first registered on 1 August 2012.

Is LK12 HXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK12 HXX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LK12 HXX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LK12 HXX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.