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NV02 TFF

2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

13 mi
Last recorded13 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 5008,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV02 TFF
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 13 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 9,229 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2025 9,229 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 9,022 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2023 9,022 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working Loose wire to rear brake. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2021 8,993 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 8,993 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2019 8,993 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate incorrect inncorect letters (0.1 (c))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 8,970 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 24 Mar 2017 8,805 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 8,671 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 19 May 2014 8,541 miles

Chain guard missing

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 19 May 2014 8,541 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 21 Feb 2013 7,784 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 6,550 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2011 5,579 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 4,551 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 4,282 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 3,312 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 3,130 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2005 2,663 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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NV02 TFF is a 2002 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 81%.

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 NV02 TFF, 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 NV02 TFF registered?

NV02 TFF is a 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 28 August 2002.

Is NV02 TFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV02 TFF shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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