MOT Status
ValidMileage
19,316 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))
Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
petrol cap loose
How Reliable is the Royal Enfield Bullet 500?
Based on 29,852 MOT tests across 2,932 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S229 KJT is a 1998 Royal Enfield Bullet 500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.
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 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 S229 KJT, 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
How do I check the history of S229 KJT?
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What year was S229 KJT registered?
S229 KJT is a 1998 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 27 August 1998.
Is S229 KJT safe to buy?
The MOT history for S229 KJT shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does S229 KJT have outstanding finance?
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