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Benelli 502 Custom Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Benelli 502 Custom reliable? We analysed 311 real MOT tests across 117 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 311 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.6%
Typical Mileage
3,826mi
Annual Mileage
670mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Benelli 502 Custom is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Benelli 502 Custom.

Benelli 502 Custom Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Benelli 502 Custom. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Benelli 502 Custom MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Benelli 502 Custom to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

90.3%
2021
92.8%
2020
91.9%
2019

Benelli 502 Custom Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Benelli 502 Custom models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail 1
Wheel more than one fixing missing chain adjusters not tight 1

Benelli 502 Custom Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Benelli 502 Custom owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
203 mi/yr
Typical
670 mi/yr
Average
1,188 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,466 mi/yr

Benelli 502 Custom MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Benelli 502 Custom year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 62 90.3% 1,852 3,014 8,024
2020 125 92.8% 2,240 4,700 7,347
2019 99 91.9% 1,814 2,974 7,844

How Long Does a Benelli 502 Custom Last?

Based on 117 Benelli 502 Custom vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.3 years
Median
4.0 years

Benelli 502 Custom Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Benelli 502 Custom MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
3,826 mi
75th Percentile
7,942 mi
95th Percentile
14,834 mi
Max Recorded
29,837 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Benelli 502 Custom

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2020

92.8% MOT pass rate from 125 tests

Year to avoid
2021

90.3% MOT pass rate from 62 tests

The best year to buy a used Benelli 502 Custom is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.8% across 125 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Benelli 502 Custom Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Benelli 502 Custom THIS CAR 91.6% 311 3,826 mi — 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
Mitsubishi Mirage Design Pro 87.4% 301 16,473 mi — yrs

Compared to the Benelli Tornado Naked T 125 (79.6% pass rate) and the Benelli Tornado (90.2% pass rate), the Benelli 502 Custom outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Benelli 502 Custom?

The Benelli 502 Custom has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.6% across 311 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Benelli 502 Custom with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Benelli 502 Custom owner drives around 670 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.

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.

Benelli 502 Custom — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Benelli 502 Custom reliable?
Based on 311 MOT tests, the Benelli 502 Custom has a 91.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Benelli 502 Custom?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Benelli 502 Custom do per year?
The typical Benelli 502 Custom does around 670 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Benelli 502 Custom last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Benelli 502 Custom?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Benelli 502 Custom?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Benelli 502 Custom is 2020 with a 92.8% pass rate across 125 tests.