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N852 WSO

1996 Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

2,426 mi
Last recorded2,426 miles
Recorded on3 May 2023
Typical for 1996 Enfield Bullet 5007,106 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN852 WSO
MakeEnfield
ModelBullet 500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2023 2,426 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

air box loose

oil leak

Pass 23 Nov 2021 1,510 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 203 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

lights taped over at time of test ! daylight usage only !

Pass 18 May 2017 38 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

all lights taped over - no indicators fitted - daylight useage only !

Pass 20 May 2009 13,536 miles

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

motorcycle lights taped over - so this vehicle is only fit for use in daylight hours !

Fail 19 May 2009 13,536 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 13,439 miles

no indicators fitted to this bike and all lights taped over ! so only daylight use .

Pass 31 May 2006 11,450 miles

How Reliable is the Enfield Bullet 500?

Based on 5,505 MOT tests across 791 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
311
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
791
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 58
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 22
Headlamp aim too high 21
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 15
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N852 WSO is a 1996 Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1996 Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 7,106 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Enfield Bullet 500 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N852 WSO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Enfield Bullet 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Enfield Bullet 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N852 WSO registered?

N852 WSO is a 1996 Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N852 WSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N852 WSO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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