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N551 KWU

1996 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,368 mi
Last recorded28,368 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Royal Enfield Bullet 5008,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN551 KWU
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 13 Jul 2026 28,368 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 28,223 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 27,952 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 27,792 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 27,607 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 27,255 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 26,949 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 26,739 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 26,201 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 25,345 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 24,215 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 23,318 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 22,386 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 21,099 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 19,809 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 18,501 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 17,261 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 15,481 miles

slight wear rear hub cush drive

Pass 12 Jul 2008 13,347 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 11,344 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 9,221 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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N551 KWU is a 1996 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 8,520 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 N551 KWU, 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 30 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N551 KWU?

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What year was N551 KWU registered?

N551 KWU is a 1996 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 12 June 1996.

Is N551 KWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N551 KWU shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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