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OV51 OPN

2001 Royal Enfield Bullet

Silver Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

4,208 mi
Last recorded4,208 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV51 OPN
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 4,208 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 4,101 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 3,915 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 3,802 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 3,345 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 2,902 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 2,846 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 2,846 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 1,426 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 1,426 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

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

Fail 16 Mar 2009 85 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

front & rear tyres slightly under inflated!

Pass 16 Mar 2009 85 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

front & rear tyres slightly under inflated!

Pass 4 May 2006 1,830 miles

drive chain slack!

front wheel rim lateral run-out 0.5mm!

rear light lens screw missing!

rear wheel lateral run-out 1.0mm!

Fail 4 May 2006 1,830 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

drive chain slack!

front wheel rim lateral run-out 0.5mm!

rear light lens screw missing!

rear wheel lateral run-out 1.0mm!

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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OV51 OPN is a 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet in Silver with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 OV51 OPN, 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 25 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV51 OPN registered?

OV51 OPN is a 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet, first registered on 19 November 2001.

Is OV51 OPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV51 OPN shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OV51 OPN have outstanding finance?

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