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W526 LEF

2000 Enfield Bullet 500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

43,052 mi
Last recorded43,052 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Enfield Bullet 50011,850 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW526 LEF
MakeEnfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 43,052 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 41,985 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 41,025 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 39,359 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 38,283 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 37,296 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 36,798 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 35,785 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 34,551 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 33,041 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 32,101 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 31,065 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 29,625 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 28,218 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 26,894 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 25,979 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 25,979 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 23,932 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 23,932 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 21,287 miles

How Reliable is the Enfield Bullet 500?

Based on 5,505 MOT tests across 791 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
311
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
791
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 58
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 22
Headlamp aim too high 21
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 15
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W526 LEF is a 2000 Enfield Bullet 500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2000 Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 11,850 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Enfield Bullet 500 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W526 LEF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Enfield Bullet 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 26 years old, this Enfield Bullet 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W526 LEF?

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What year was W526 LEF registered?

W526 LEF is a 2000 Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 1 July 2000.

Is W526 LEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W526 LEF shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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