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X617 HTL

2000 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

35,240 mi
Last recorded35,240 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2023
Typical for 2000 Royal Enfield Bullet 5009,850 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX617 HTL
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2023 35,240 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 35,240 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 35,240 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2020 35,240 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 May 2019 35,240 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 30,696 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 30,696 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 27 Oct 2009 25,997 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 19,427 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 15,680 miles

clutch lever boddy cracked

Pass 29 Jul 2006 11,534 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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X617 HTL is a 2000 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 X617 HTL, 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

How do I check the history of X617 HTL?

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What year was X617 HTL registered?

X617 HTL is a 2000 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 1 October 2000.

Is X617 HTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X617 HTL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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