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NCU 124

2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

1,112 mi
Last recorded1,112 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2023
Typical for 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 5009,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNCU 124
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2023 1,112 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 915 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 864 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 624 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 613 miles

front and rear tyre cracking on walls

Pass 26 Jul 2012 609 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 565 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 219 miles

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 219 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 488 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 453 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 372 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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NCU 124 is a 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 9,228 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 NCU 124, 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 25 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NCU 124?

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What year was NCU 124 registered?

NCU 124 is a 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is NCU 124 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NCU 124 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NCU 124 have outstanding finance?

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