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R197 KPF

2001 Royal Enfield Bullet

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2024
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,774 mi
Last recorded12,774 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR197 KPF
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2023 12,774 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 12,602 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2014 12,006 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 11,573 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 10,929 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 10,085 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 9,458 miles

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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R197 KPF is a 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R197 KPF, 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.

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What year was R197 KPF registered?

R197 KPF is a 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet, first registered on 25 May 2001.

Is R197 KPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R197 KPF shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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