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OU55 CNK

2005 Royal Enfield Bullet

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

13,005 mi
Last recorded13,005 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet6,435 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU55 CNK
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2022 13,005 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2022 13,005 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jul 2021 11,651 miles

Front Advise removal of emblem on Front Mudguard.

Nearside Rear Outer Wheel bearing has slight play Sidecar (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Advise Replacement rear Number plate.

Pass 19 Aug 2020 10,988 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 10,163 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2019 10,163 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 8,889 miles

advise new no plate be fitted

Fail 3 Oct 2018 8,889 miles

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

advise new no plate be fitted

Pass 5 Oct 2017 7,496 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2017 7,496 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 6,205 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 5,798 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 4,271 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 4,197 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 3,719 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 3,276 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 3,208 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 2,946 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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OU55 CNK is a 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 OU55 CNK, 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.

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What year was OU55 CNK registered?

OU55 CNK is a 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is OU55 CNK safe to buy?

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