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W57 NRL

2000 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

198 mi
Last recorded198 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2016
Typical for 2000 Royal Enfield Bullet 5009,850 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW57 NRL
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2016 198 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 196 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 196 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 191 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 191 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 196 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

neutral light not working

Pass 24 Jul 2010 194 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 15,874 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 14,899 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 12,517 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 9,778 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 14 Jul 2006 9,778 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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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W57 NRL is a 2000 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2000 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 9,850 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 W57 NRL, 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 26 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W57 NRL registered?

W57 NRL is a 2000 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is W57 NRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W57 NRL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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