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OU57 DLN

2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

25,740 mi
Last recorded25,740 miles
Recorded on13 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 5006,260 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU57 DLN
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2024 25,740 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 25,734 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 25,068 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 23,714 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 23,611 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 22,767 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 22,402 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 21,696 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 21,419 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 19,677 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 16,959 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 15,568 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 14,448 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 14,440 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Offside Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Jan 2011 12,244 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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OU57 DLN is a 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 6,260 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 OU57 DLN, 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 18 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OU57 DLN?

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What year was OU57 DLN registered?

OU57 DLN is a 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 9 January 2008.

Is OU57 DLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU57 DLN shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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