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MK51 LVF

2012 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Grey Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

1,836 mi
Last recorded1,836 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK51 LVF
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 1,836 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 443 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 3,059 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2024 3,032 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2023 1,872 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 901 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 330 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 190 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 117 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 37 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 1 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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MK51 LVF is a 2012 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Grey with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MK51 LVF, 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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How do I check the history of MK51 LVF?

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What year was MK51 LVF registered?

MK51 LVF is a 2012 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 23 October 2012.

Is MK51 LVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK51 LVF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MK51 LVF have outstanding finance?

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