Benelli Tornado Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Benelli Tornado reliable? We analysed 4,011 real MOT tests across 544 vehicles to find out.
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The Benelli Tornado is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and horn not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Benelli Tornado.
Benelli Tornado Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Benelli Tornado. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Benelli Tornado MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Benelli Tornado to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Benelli Tornado Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Benelli Tornado fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Benelli Tornado Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Benelli Tornado owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Benelli Tornado MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Benelli Tornado year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 120 | 92.5% | 2,164 | 3,354 | 5,063 |
| 2013 | 99 | 93.9% | 1,426 | 2,451 | 4,638 |
| 2012 | 132 | 90.2% | 3,258 | 4,370 | 6,789 |
| 2011 | 173 | 89.6% | 2,995 | 4,747 | 9,078 |
| 2010 | 272 | 89.7% | 3,533 | 6,953 | 11,264 |
| 2009 | 332 | 90.1% | 3,543 | 6,024 | 10,043 |
| 2008 | 240 | 88.3% | 3,814 | 7,173 | 9,528 |
| 2007 | 368 | 87.8% | 2,924 | 5,407 | 9,004 |
| 2006 | 405 | 89.4% | 3,100 | 5,080 | 10,218 |
| 2005 | 617 | 90.1% | 3,747 | 6,697 | 11,039 |
| 2004 | 597 | 91.8% | 3,384 | 6,569 | 10,769 |
| 2003 | 495 | 90.7% | 3,399 | 6,410 | 11,785 |
How Long Does a Benelli Tornado Last?
Based on 544 Benelli Tornado vehicles on UK roads.
Benelli Tornado Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Benelli Tornado 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 Tornado
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
93.9% MOT pass rate from 99 tests
87.8% MOT pass rate from 368 tests
The best year to buy a used Benelli Tornado is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.9% across 99 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 87.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Benelli Tornado Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benelli Tornado THIS CAR | 90.2% | 4,011 | 5,914 mi | 23 yrs |
| Benelli Tornado Naked T 125 | 79.6% | 4,533 | 4,730 mi | — yrs |
| Benelli Bn 125 | 77% | 1,692 | 6,640 mi | — yrs |
| Benelli Bn 125 E5 | 78.2% | 1,596 | 5,701 mi | — yrs |
| Suzuki Dr | 83.3% | 2,611 | 16,201 mi | 44 yrs |
Compared to the Benelli Tornado Naked T 125 (79.6% pass rate) and the Benelli Bn 125 (77.0% pass rate), the Benelli Tornado outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Benelli Tornado has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.2% across 4,011 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Benelli Tornado are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (27 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (14), and horn not working (13). 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 Tornado owner drives around 361 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 Tornado models stay on UK roads for around 23 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.