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FJ53 LLK

2004 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,556 mi
Last recorded3,556 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Royal Enfield Bullet 5006,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 LLK
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 22 Aug 2025 3,556 miles

Front TYRE SIDE WALLS SLIGHTLY PERISHED

Rear TYRE SIDE WALLS SLIGHTLY PERISHED

Pass 21 Jan 2008 2,851 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 2,440 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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FJ53 LLK is a 2004 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 6,200 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 FJ53 LLK, 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 22 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FJ53 LLK registered?

FJ53 LLK is a 2004 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 1 February 2004.

Is FJ53 LLK safe to buy?

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