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S579 BGK

1998 Enfield 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

7,763 mi
Last recorded7,763 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS579 BGK
MakeEnfield
Model500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2008 7,763 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2008 7,744 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

How Reliable is the Enfield 500?

Based on 1,120 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
244
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
Horn not working 6
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 6
Direction indicators not working 4
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S579 BGK is a 1998 Enfield 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Enfield 500 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S579 BGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Enfield 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 28 years old, this Enfield 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S579 BGK registered?

S579 BGK is a 1998 Enfield 500, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S579 BGK safe to buy?

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