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YL09 LWS

2009 Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

3,897 mi
Last recorded3,897 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Enfield Bullet 5004,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL09 LWS
MakeEnfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 3,897 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 3,280 miles

Front Brake back plate slightly loose (1.1.14 (d))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2023 3,032 miles

Front Brake back plate slightly loose (1.1.14 (d))

Nearside Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 2,720 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Both rear lower (5.3.2 (c))

Throttle needs adjusting

Fail 13 Jan 2022 2,720 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Both rear lower (5.3.2 (c))

Throttle needs adjusting

Pass 3 Feb 2021 1,956 miles

Slight front brake fluctuation

Fail 3 Feb 2021 1,956 miles

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Slight front brake fluctuation

Pass 10 Feb 2020 900 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 732 miles

How Reliable is the Enfield Bullet 500?

Based on 5,505 MOT tests across 791 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
311
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
791
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 58
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 22
Headlamp aim too high 21
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 15
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YL09 LWS is a 2009 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 2009 Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 4,092 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 Enfield Bullet 500 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YL09 LWS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Enfield Bullet 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 17 years old, this Enfield Bullet 500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YL09 LWS registered?

YL09 LWS is a 2009 Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is YL09 LWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL09 LWS 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.

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