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CE02 TXH

2002 Benelli Velvet

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2015
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

20,924 mi
Last recorded20,924 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2014
Typical for 2002 Benelli Velvet10,508 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE02 TXH
MakeBenelli
ModelVelvet
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2014 20,924 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 18,498 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 18,498 miles

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 17,585 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 9 May 2008 17,554 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2007 14,683 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 4 Dec 2006 14,014 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 reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

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

Fail 12 Oct 2006 13,910 miles

Front Front suspension assembly component excessively corroded. (2.3.1)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

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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CE02 TXH is a 2002 Benelli Velvet in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2002 Benelli Velvet models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 10,508 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 CE02 TXH, 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 24 years old, this Benelli Velvet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CE02 TXH registered?

CE02 TXH is a 2002 Benelli Velvet, first registered on 26 April 2002.

Is CE02 TXH safe to buy?

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