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UYP 493S

1978 Royal Enfield Bullet

Red Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,761 mi
Last recorded12,761 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUYP 493S
MakeRoyal Enfield
ModelBullet
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2014 12,761 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 11,052 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Speedo cable not connected.

Fail 25 Jan 2012 11,052 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Speedo cable not connected.

How Reliable is the Royal Enfield Bullet?

Based on 6,089 MOT tests across 925 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
323
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
925
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 32
Footrest insecure 15
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 14
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 13
Horn not working 12
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UYP 493S is a 1978 Royal Enfield Bullet in Red with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Royal Enfield Bullet fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UYP 493S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Royal Enfield Bullet typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 48 years old, this Royal Enfield Bullet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UYP 493S registered?

UYP 493S is a 1978 Royal Enfield Bullet, first registered on 27 February 1978.

Is UYP 493S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UYP 493S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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