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R247 SBV

1998 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

11,504 mi
Last recorded11,504 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2014
Typical for 1998 Royal Enfield Bullet 5008,729 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR247 SBV
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet 500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2014 11,504 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 9,586 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 8,729 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 7,750 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 7,746 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2008 7,375 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 6,017 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 5,714 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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R247 SBV is a 1998 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 8,729 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 R247 SBV, 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 28 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R247 SBV registered?

R247 SBV is a 1998 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 5 January 1998.

Is R247 SBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R247 SBV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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