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OV51 OPS

2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

41,255 mi
Last recorded41,255 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 5009,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV51 OPS
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 41,255 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 38,246 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 37,921 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

engine leaking oil

Fail 2 Apr 2016 37,921 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working on left hand lock (1.7.3a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

engine leaking oil

Pass 16 Apr 2015 36,630 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 35,120 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 33,787 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 32,385 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 30,852 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 28,694 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 28,195 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 26,257 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 24,172 miles

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

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 OPS is a 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 9,228 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 OPS, 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 25 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OV51 OPS registered?

OV51 OPS is a 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 21 November 2001.

Is OV51 OPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV51 OPS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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