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M8 GOA

2012 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

9,038 mi
Last recorded9,038 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM8 GOA
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 9,038 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2025 9,038 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2024 8,373 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 7,694 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 6,761 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 5,746 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 4,769 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 4,122 miles

indicators fast

Pass 5 Mar 2014 3,013 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012

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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M8 GOA is a 2012 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 M8 GOA, 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 14 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet 500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was M8 GOA registered?

M8 GOA is a 2012 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 14 September 2012.

Is M8 GOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M8 GOA shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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