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EO02 EWS

2002 Benelli 491

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2021
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,008 mi
Last recorded14,008 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Benelli 4919,331 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO02 EWS
MakeBenelli
Model491
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 12 Feb 2026 14,008 miles

Fuel system component leaking Around carburettor (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected throttle is effected when turned on a lock (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2020 12,014 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 12,014 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 12,002 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 11,855 miles

front mud guard cracked

front panel cracked

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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EO02 EWS is a 2002 Benelli 491 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EO02 EWS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EO02 EWS registered?

EO02 EWS is a 2002 Benelli 491, first registered on 18 March 2002.

Is EO02 EWS safe to buy?

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