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SL02 CLX

2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2025
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,138 mi
Last recorded7,138 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2024
Typical for 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 5008,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL02 CLX
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2024 7,138 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 7,140 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 7,138 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear some corrosion on rear wheel spokes but not excessive

Pass 13 Nov 2020 7,138 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

rear shock springs some light corrosion

Pass 20 May 2019 7,138 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 7,121 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 7,078 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 6,984 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 6,843 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 6,790 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 6,748 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 6,678 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 6,574 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

front tyre has slight crazing on the sidewall

Pass 18 May 2010 6,481 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 6,372 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 May 2008 6,334 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 6,179 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 5,905 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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SL02 CLX is a 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 8,916 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 SL02 CLX, 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 24 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SL02 CLX registered?

SL02 CLX is a 2002 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 18 June 2002.

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