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P422 VGO

1997 Enfield Bullet 500

Grey Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2025
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,312 mi
Last recorded13,312 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2024
Typical for 1997 Enfield Bullet 50010,902 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP422 VGO
MakeEnfield
ModelBullet 500
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2024 13,312 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 11,517 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 10,949 miles

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

both tyres have slight perishing

Pass 17 Jul 2006 9,365 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 17 Jul 2006 9,365 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Enfield Bullet 500?

Based on 5,505 MOT tests across 791 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
311
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
791
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 58
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 22
Headlamp aim too high 21
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 15
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P422 VGO is a 1997 Enfield Bullet 500 in Grey with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.7% with a typical mileage of 10,902 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 Enfield Bullet 500 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P422 VGO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Enfield Bullet 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Enfield Bullet 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P422 VGO registered?

P422 VGO is a 1997 Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 13 May 1997.

Is P422 VGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P422 VGO shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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