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P787 PYA

1997 Royal Enfield Bullet

Red Petrol 346cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

22,104 mi
Last recorded22,104 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Royal Enfield Bullet12,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP787 PYA
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine346cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 22,104 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 19,164 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 29 Jul 2024 19,164 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 17,956 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 16,435 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2019 16,391 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 15,513 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 20 May 2017 15,107 miles

Central Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. front wheel has 3mm of movement on rim (4.2.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 14,084 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 14,080 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 14,009 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 13,955 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 13,870 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 13,584 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 13,220 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 12,907 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 12,298 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 11,249 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 10,681 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2006 10,659 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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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P787 PYA is a 1997 Royal Enfield Bullet in Red with a 346cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Royal Enfield Bullet models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.2% with a typical mileage of 12,396 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 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 P787 PYA, 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 29 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was P787 PYA registered?

P787 PYA is a 1997 Royal Enfield Bullet, first registered on 12 November 1997.

Is P787 PYA safe to buy?

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