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AE53 TYF

2003 Benelli Velvet

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

13,779 mi
Last recorded13,779 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2011
Typical for 2003 Benelli Velvet11,029 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 TYF
MakeBenelli
ModelVelvet
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2011 13,779 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2009 13,719 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2008 10,733 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 8,205 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

handlebars slightly out of alignment.

Fail 16 Nov 2007 8,159 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

handlebars slightly out of alignment.

How Reliable is the Benelli Velvet?

Based on 1,465 MOT tests across 269 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,063
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
269
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 88
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 53
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 44
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 39
wheel bearings are excessively rough 24
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AE53 TYF is a 2003 Benelli Velvet in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 Benelli Velvet models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 11,029 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 Velvet fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE53 TYF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Benelli Velvet typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Benelli Velvet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE53 TYF registered?

AE53 TYF is a 2003 Benelli Velvet, first registered on 23 December 2003.

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