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M853 CVL

1994 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

6,587 mi
Last recorded6,587 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 Royal Enfield Bullet 5008,787 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM853 CVL
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 6,587 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 6,326 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 5,967 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2022 5,967 miles

Fuel cap leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 5,955 miles

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

Rear Suspension attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 5,860 miles

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

Front Tyre has slight cracks on sidewall

Pass 9 Oct 2019 5,282 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2013 5,222 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2012 5,169 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2011 5,063 miles

Centre Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 4,981 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 May 2009 4,917 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2007 4,767 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 4,615 miles

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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M853 CVL is a 1994 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1994 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 8,787 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 M853 CVL, 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 32 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M853 CVL registered?

M853 CVL is a 1994 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is M853 CVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M853 CVL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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