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AO52 TOU

2003 Benelli 491

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

13,522 mi
Last recorded13,522 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2009
Typical for 2003 Benelli 4919,325 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO52 TOU
MakeBenelli
Model491
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2009 13,522 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 12,542 miles

bike in very poor condition advised to customer just conform to a pass

Pass 16 Jan 2008 12,542 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2008 12,542 miles

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

rear tyre flat

Fail 31 Oct 2007 12,519 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

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

Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2006 10,647 miles

side stand spring weak and may allow stand to drop

Fail 30 Sep 2006 10,630 miles

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

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

side stand spring weak allowing stand to drop

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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AO52 TOU is a 2003 Benelli 491 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 Benelli 491 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 9,325 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 AO52 TOU, 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 23 years old, this Benelli 491 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AO52 TOU registered?

AO52 TOU is a 2003 Benelli 491, first registered on 28 January 2003.

Is AO52 TOU safe to buy?

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