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OU54 RVW

2005 Royal Enfield Bullet

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,991 mi
Last recorded22,991 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet6,435 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU54 RVW
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2025 22,991 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 20,004 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 16,987 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 13,332 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 10,470 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2020 8,970 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 21 May 2019 8,626 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 7,883 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 7,515 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 May 2016 7,406 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 7,340 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 7,268 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 6,918 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 6,674 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 6,032 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 5,984 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 5,930 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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OU54 RVW is a 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 6,435 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 OU54 RVW, 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 21 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OU54 RVW?

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What year was OU54 RVW registered?

OU54 RVW is a 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet, first registered on 22 February 2005.

Is OU54 RVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU54 RVW shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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