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R198 TGC

1998 Royal Enfield Bullet

Grey Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2024
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

107 mi
Last recorded107 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2023
Typical for 1998 Royal Enfield Bullet3,780 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR198 TGC
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2023 107 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 81 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 21 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 2 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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R198 TGC is a 1998 Royal Enfield Bullet in Grey with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Royal Enfield Bullet models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 3,780 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R198 TGC, 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 28 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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How do I check the history of R198 TGC?

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What year was R198 TGC registered?

R198 TGC is a 1998 Royal Enfield Bullet, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R198 TGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R198 TGC shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R198 TGC have outstanding finance?

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