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AU03 MHY

2003 Benelli 491

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2014
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

22,127 mi
Last recorded22,127 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2013
Typical for 2003 Benelli 4919,325 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 MHY
MakeBenelli
Model491
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2013 22,127 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 22,126 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 13 May 2009 20,643 miles

1. rear brake disc becoming corroded. 2. slight leak on front fork seals.

Fail 13 May 2009 20,631 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

1. rear brake disc becoming corroded. 2. slight leak on front fork seals.

Pass 7 May 2008 13,458 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 11,385 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 May 2007 11,385 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 26 Aug 2006 9,504 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2006 9,504 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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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AU03 MHY is a 2003 Benelli 491 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 AU03 MHY, 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 AU03 MHY registered?

AU03 MHY is a 2003 Benelli 491, first registered on 29 July 2003.

Is AU03 MHY safe to buy?

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