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NU02 SLV

2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2022
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,716 mi
Last recorded2,716 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2021
Typical for 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 5008,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU02 SLV
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2021 2,716 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2021 2,716 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 2,249 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2019 2,249 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 1,162 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 281 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2017 259 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 11,476 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 11,180 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 9,830 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 9,646 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 9,646 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 8,396 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 8,396 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2010 6,334 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 8,657 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2009 8,657 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2008 7,578 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 8 Mar 2008 7,578 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 7,320 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 5,451 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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NU02 SLV is a 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NU02 SLV, 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 NU02 SLV registered?

NU02 SLV is a 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 1 May 2002.

Is NU02 SLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU02 SLV shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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