MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
9,501 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Centre Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Centre Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)
How Reliable is the Royal Enfield Bullet 500?
Based on 29,852 MOT tests across 2,932 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W997 BEC is a 2000 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 W997 BEC, 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.
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How do I check the history of W997 BEC?
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What year was W997 BEC registered?
W997 BEC is a 2000 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 18 April 2000.
Is W997 BEC safe to buy?
The MOT history for W997 BEC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does W997 BEC have outstanding finance?
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