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S252 NEF

1998 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Grey Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

5,671 mi
Last recorded5,671 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Royal Enfield Bullet 5008,729 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS252 NEF
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 5,671 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 5,417 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 5,388 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 5,250 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 5,003 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 5,003 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 4,950 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 4,218 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 4,082 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 3,520 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 2,633 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 1,837 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 827 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 346 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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S252 NEF is a 1998 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Grey with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its 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 S252 NEF, 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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How do I check the history of S252 NEF?

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What year was S252 NEF registered?

S252 NEF is a 1998 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 16 October 1998.

Is S252 NEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S252 NEF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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