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R176 NJT

1998 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

6,104 mi
Last recorded6,104 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Royal Enfield Bullet 5008,729 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR176 NJT
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 6,104 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 5,869 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 5,524 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear SWING ARM BUSHES WORN OUT

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play RUFF WHEN SPUN (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Mar 2021 5,517 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Front Brake back plate insecure (1.1.14 (d))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear SWING ARM BUSHES WORN OUT

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play RUFF WHEN SPUN (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2019 4,561 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 3,971 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 May 2017 3,293 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Apr 2016 2,725 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 2,386 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 2,035 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 1,594 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 1,594 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2012 1,026 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 134 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 7,491 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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R176 NJT is a 1998 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1998 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 8,729 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 R176 NJT, 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 28 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R176 NJT registered?

R176 NJT is a 1998 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 15 January 1998.

Is R176 NJT safe to buy?

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