Royal Enfield Bullet

Red and Black · Petrol · 1999 · 499 cc

T97 SOBMOT history

T97 SOB is a red and black petrol Royal Enfield Bullet first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 May 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 16,154 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 7 May 2026
Mileage
16,154 km
At MOT on 8 May 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
608 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T97 SOB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Royal Enfield
Model
Bullet
Colour
Red and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
499 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 May 2026
Latest MOT test
8 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T97 SOB was last recorded at 16,154 km on 8 May 2025, 170 km more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
15,984 km · 25 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
170 km
Average per year
608 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 16,154 km
  • 2022 – 15,984 km
  • 2020 – 15,638 km
  • 2019 – 15,516 km
  • 2016 – 15,071 km
  • 2014 – 14,580 km
  • 2013 – 14,116 km
  • 2011 – 13,510 km
  • 2010 – 13,057 km
  • 2009 – 12,348 km
  • 2007 – 9,032 km
  • 2006 – 4,648 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass16,154 km
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel spoke slightly loose one spoke loose. (5.2.2 (d))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Steering headbearing has slight free play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass16,154 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    16,154 km
    Test number
    617154740058
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel spoke slightly loose one spoke loose. (5.2.2 (d))

  2. Pass15,993 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    15,993 miles
    Test number
    333197291903
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail15,993 miles3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,993 miles
    Test number
    764561530485
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass15,984 km
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    15,984 km
    Test number
    255694309975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass15,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    15,875 miles
    Test number
    447580032069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass15,638 km (+122)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    15,638 km
    Test number
    511863581644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass15,516 km
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    15,516 km
    Test number
    373845320698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass15,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    15,375 miles
    Test number
    904553376251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail15,375 miles (+186)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,375 miles
    Test number
    206261613568
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass15,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    15,189 miles
    Test number
    415586098301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass15,071 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    15,071 km
    Test number
    363450635746
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)
    • AdvisoryFront tyre showing signs of perish

  12. Fail15,071 km1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,071 km
    Test number
    140976522271
    • Repaired at testFront Brake locking device insecure twin leading shoe adjuster (3.2.A1e)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)
    • AdvisoryFront tyre showing signs of perish

  13. Pass14,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    14,739 miles
    Test number
    198297975135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass14,580 km (+464)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    14,580 km
    Test number
    729935264120
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

  15. Pass14,116 km
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    14,116 km
    Test number
    536440863162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass17,196 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    17,196 miles
    Test number
    965571172126
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

  17. Pass13,510 km (+453)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    13,510 km
    Test number
    898468061114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass13,057 km (+709)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    13,057 km
    Test number
    703753060188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail12,348 km1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,348 km
    Test number
    262283779431
    • Repaired at testFuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass12,348 km5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    12,348 km
    Test number
    900133279103
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail10,680 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,680 miles
    Test number
    433148448131
    • Repaired at testExhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)
    • NoteChoke lever broken

  22. Pass10,680 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    10,680 miles
    Test number
    512988548194
    • NoteChoke lever broken

  23. Pass9,032 km (+4,384)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    9,032 km
    Test number
    360536167182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass4,648 km
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    4,648 km
    Test number
    170971556119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    752402575175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T97 SOB

Does T97 SOB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T97 SOB expired on 7 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T97 SOB?
The MOT on T97 SOB expired on 7 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T97 SOB done?
T97 SOB was recorded at 16,154 km at its MOT on 8 May 2025, an average of 608 km a year.
Has T97 SOB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T97 SOB has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T97 SOB ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T97 SOB find?
T97 SOB passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2025 with 1 advisory: front wheel spoke slightly loose one spoke loose..

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