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MLZ 9585

2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

6,976 mi
Last recorded6,976 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2022
Typical for 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 5008,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLZ 9585
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2022 6,976 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 6,525 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 5,839 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 5,199 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 4,493 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 3,732 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 3,703 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 3,162 miles

Number plate cracked but not likely to be misread

Pass 10 Mar 2014 2,573 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 1,434 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 1,379 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 1,267 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 1,178 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 656 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 277 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 4,287 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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MLZ 9585 is a 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 8,916 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 MLZ 9585, 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 24 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MLZ 9585 registered?

MLZ 9585 is a 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 1 October 2002.

Is MLZ 9585 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLZ 9585 shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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