Royal Enfield Bullet 500
MotorcycleFrom 854 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released and a lamp missing or inoperative. The top issue, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 9 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 9 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 6 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 6 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 5 |
| audible warning not working | 4 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 4 |
| a wheel spindle locking device missing or ineffective | 3 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 3 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 3 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 84.5% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a lamp missing or inoperative |
| 2008 | 93.8% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released |
| 2007 | 90.4% | audible warning not working, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Bullet 500s tested had between 3,080 and 13,374 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 7,655 median miles, the Bullet 500 has 0.121 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Royal Enfield models
Common questions
What is the Royal Enfield Bullet 500 MOT pass rate?
The Royal Enfield Bullet 500 has a 90.7% MOT pass rate based on 854 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Royal Enfield Bullet 500?
The most common MOT failure on the Royal Enfield Bullet 500 is a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 9 failures. Other common issues include a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released.
What is the typical mileage of a Royal Enfield Bullet 500 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Royal Enfield Bullet 500 is 7,655 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 3,080 and 13,374 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.