Royal Enfield Bullit 500 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 33 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 12.1%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Royal Enfield Bullit 500 MOT Reliability Overview
The Royal Enfield Bullit 500 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 33 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.9% and a failure rate of 12.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Royal Enfield Bullit 500 earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Royal Enfield Bullit 500 presents for MOT with approximately 9,778 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Royal Enfield Bullit 500 is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 12.1% of all tests. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors at 6.1%. Motorcycle structure and attachments rounds out the top three at 3.0%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 12.1% | 4 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 6.1% | 2 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 3.0% | 1 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Tyres | 3.0% | 1 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Drive System | 3.0% | 1 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 3.0% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 9,778 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 12.40 | 12.1% | 4 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 6.20 | 6.1% | 2 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 3.10 | 3.0% | 1 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 3.10 | 3.0% | 1 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 3.10 | 3.0% | 1 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 3.10 | 3.0% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Royal Enfield Bullit 500 has 9,778 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Royal Enfield Bullit 500 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 12.37% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Royal Enfield Bullit 500 MOT Data
The Royal Enfield Bullit 500 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 33 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.9% and a failure rate of 12.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Royal Enfield Bullit 500 owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle lamps and reflectors for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Bullit 500 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 12.1% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 12.1% of MOT failures on the Royal Enfield Bullit 500. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 6.1% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 6.1% of MOT failures on the Royal Enfield Bullit 500. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Motorcycle structure and attachments — 3.0% of failures
Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 3.0% of MOT failures on the Royal Enfield Bullit 500. Motorcycle structure and attachments issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Royal Enfield Bullit 500?
Based on 33 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Royal Enfield Bullit 500 has an overall pass rate of 87.9% (12.1% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Royal Enfield Bullit 500?
The top 3 reasons a Royal Enfield Bullit 500 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (12.1%), 2. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (6.1%), 3. Motorcycle structure and attachments (3.0%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Royal Enfield Bullit 500 reliable?
With a 12.1% MOT failure rate, the Bullit 500 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Royal Enfield Bullit 500?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (12.1%); Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (6.1%); Motorcycle structure and attachments (3.0%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.