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OE03 FBC

2003 Royal Enfield Bullet

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

21,747 mi
Last recorded21,747 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2021
Typical for 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet7,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE03 FBC
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2021 21,747 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2021 21,747 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 20,907 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2020 20,907 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 20,697 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2018 20,697 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2016 20,524 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 20,524 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 13 Feb 2015 20,444 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 20,229 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 19,852 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 14,406 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 14,112 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 13,273 miles

How Reliable is the Royal Enfield Bullet?

Based on 6,089 MOT tests across 925 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
323
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
925
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 32
Footrest insecure 15
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 14
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 13
Horn not working 12
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OE03 FBC is a 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 7,372 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 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OE03 FBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Royal Enfield Bullet typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 23 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OE03 FBC registered?

OE03 FBC is a 2003 Royal Enfield Bullet, first registered on 13 May 2003.

Is OE03 FBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE03 FBC shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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