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SFO 296

1961 Royal Enfield Crusader

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

20,430 mi
Last recorded20,430 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2006
Typical for 1961 Royal Enfield Crusader18,115 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFO 296
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelCrusader
Year1961
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2006 20,430 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 20,430 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Royal Enfield Crusader?

Based on 653 MOT tests across 157 vehicles.

92.0%
Pass Rate
90
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
157
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 3
wheel bearings have excessive free play 3
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 3
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SFO 296 is a 1961 Royal Enfield Crusader in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1961 Royal Enfield Crusader models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.2% with a typical mileage of 18,115 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 Crusader fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SFO 296, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Royal Enfield Crusader typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 65 years old, this Royal Enfield Crusader is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SFO 296?

You can check the full history of SFO 296 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SFO 296 registered?

SFO 296 is a 1961 Royal Enfield Crusader, first registered on 31 May 1961.

Is SFO 296 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFO 296 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SFO 296 have outstanding finance?

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