Benelli 49 X Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Benelli 49 X car check
Is the Benelli 49 X reliable? We analysed 669 real MOT tests across 196 vehicles to find out.
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The Benelli 49 X is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation, headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam and steering headbearing has excessive free play. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Benelli 49 X.
Benelli 49 X Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Benelli 49 X. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Benelli 49 X MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Benelli 49 X to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Benelli 49 X Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Benelli 49 X fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Benelli 49 X Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Benelli 49 X owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Benelli 49 X MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Benelli 49 X year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 115 | 67.8% | 5,482 | 8,405 | 12,936 |
| 2010 | 197 | 70.1% | 6,682 | 9,951 | 13,951 |
| 2009 | 182 | 72.0% | 4,076 | 6,482 | 9,745 |
How Long Does a Benelli 49 X Last?
Based on 196 Benelli 49 X vehicles on UK roads.
Benelli 49 X Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Benelli 49 X MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Benelli 49 X
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
72.0% MOT pass rate from 182 tests
67.8% MOT pass rate from 115 tests
The best year to buy a used Benelli 49 X is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 72.0% across 182 tests. The 2011 model year has the lowest pass rate at 67.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Benelli 49 X Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benelli 49 X THIS CAR | 70.9% | 669 | 7,854 mi | 17 yrs |
| Benelli Tornado Naked T 125 | 79.6% | 4,533 | 4,730 mi | — yrs |
| Benelli Tornado | 90.2% | 4,011 | 5,914 mi | 23 yrs |
| Benelli Bn 125 | 77% | 1,692 | 6,640 mi | — yrs |
| Toyota Aygo Jbl Edition Tss Vvt-i | 91.3% | 1,264 | 20,599 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Benelli Tornado Naked T 125 (79.6% pass rate) and the Benelli Tornado (90.2% pass rate), the Benelli 49 X trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Benelli 49 XShould you buy a used Benelli 49 X?
The Benelli 49 X has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.9% across 669 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Benelli 49 X are tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (20 recorded failures), headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (20), and steering headbearing has excessive free play (18). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Benelli 49 X owner drives around 1,136 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Benelli 49 X models stay on UK roads for around 17 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.