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AE51 FFL

2002 Benelli 491

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Tests2 (0 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

16,786 mi
Last recorded16,786 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2008
Typical for 2002 Benelli 4919,331 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 FFL
MakeBenelli
Model491
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

0 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Sep 2008 16,786 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front mudguard can easily contact the tyre (2.3.7)

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Fail 20 Jun 2005 16,781 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Benelli 491?

Based on 1,447 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
662
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 83
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 35
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 33
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32
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AE51 FFL is a 2002 Benelli 491 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 2002 Benelli 491 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 9,331 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Benelli 491 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 83 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE51 FFL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Benelli 491 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Benelli 491 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE51 FFL registered?

AE51 FFL is a 2002 Benelli 491, first registered on 14 January 2002.

Is AE51 FFL safe to buy?

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