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X311 WVK

2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

21,104 mi
Last recorded21,104 miles
Recorded on24 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 5009,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX311 WVK
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2025 21,104 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 20,875 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 12 May 2022 20,644 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 19,778 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 19,585 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 18,917 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 18,323 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 16,436 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 14,713 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 13,244 miles

Nearside Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 13,244 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 12,458 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 11,780 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 11,485 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 9,777 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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X311 WVK is a 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 9,228 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 X311 WVK, 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 25 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X311 WVK registered?

X311 WVK is a 2001 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 31 December 2001.

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The MOT history for X311 WVK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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