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YK55 BZV

2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,266 mi
Last recorded22,266 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 5007,219 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK55 BZV
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2026 22,266 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2025 22,181 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 19,841 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 16,591 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 15,006 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 13,697 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 13,433 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 13,060 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 12,019 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 10,160 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 8,363 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 5,326 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 3,777 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 2,196 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 2,016 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 1,994 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 1,360 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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YK55 BZV is a 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 7,219 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 YK55 BZV, 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 21 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 YK55 BZV registered?

YK55 BZV is a 2005 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 8 December 2005.

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