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OV51 HXT

2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Grey Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

27,811 mi
Last recorded27,811 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2024
Typical for 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 5008,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV51 HXT
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2024 27,811 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 27,678 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 27,352 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 26,481 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 26,426 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 26,078 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 25,542 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 24,768 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 24,347 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2015 23,994 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 23,994 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 11,972 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 14,296 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 10,012 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 9,772 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 9,649 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 9,649 miles

Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 9,298 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 8,864 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 8,431 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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OV51 HXT is a 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Grey with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 OV51 HXT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OV51 HXT?

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What year was OV51 HXT registered?

OV51 HXT is a 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 1 February 2002.

Is OV51 HXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV51 HXT shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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