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DU02 VEV

2002 Benelli 491

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,469 mi
Last recorded12,469 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2010
Typical for 2002 Benelli 4919,331 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU02 VEV
MakeBenelli
Model491
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2010 12,469 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 11,863 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 10 Nov 2009 11,856 miles

Front Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2008 11,767 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 87,786 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 3,759 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2005 1,775 miles

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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DU02 VEV is a 2002 Benelli 491 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DU02 VEV, 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 DU02 VEV registered?

DU02 VEV is a 2002 Benelli 491, first registered on 12 July 2002.

Is DU02 VEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU02 VEV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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