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M259 VJO

1995 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Grey Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

89,843 mi
Last recorded89,843 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 1995 Royal Enfield Bullet 5008,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM259 VJO
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 89,843 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm tread remaining, legal limit 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jul 2025 84,829 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 78,455 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 71,866 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 66,310 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 63,323 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 59,428 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 54,587 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 49,642 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 45,162 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 40,335 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 35,274 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 31,240 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 26,943 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 23,055 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 19,056 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 12,203 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 6,207 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 3,198 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 3,184 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

bung in bottom of offside front fork leg leaking onto tyre

How Reliable is the Royal Enfield Bullet 500?

Based on 29,852 MOT tests across 2,932 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
407
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
2,932
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 182
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 87
Headlamp aim too high 73
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 69
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 66
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M259 VJO is a 1995 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Grey with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1995 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 8,856 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Royal Enfield Bullet 500 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 182 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M259 VJO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Royal Enfield Bullet 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 31 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M259 VJO registered?

M259 VJO is a 1995 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 8 April 1995.

Is M259 VJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M259 VJO shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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