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OIG 655

2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

17,858 mi
Last recorded17,858 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 5008,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOIG 655
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 17,858 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 17,833 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 17,579 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 17,486 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2021 17,486 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect bolts fitted (0.1 (d))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 17,275 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 16,898 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 16,237 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 16,044 miles

offside front position light not working

Pass 10 Aug 2011 16,041 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 13,153 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 13,139 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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OIG 655 is a 2002 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 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 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 OIG 655, 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.

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What year was OIG 655 registered?

OIG 655 is a 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 15 May 2002.

Is OIG 655 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OIG 655 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.

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