MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
23,581 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear reflector on motorcycle damaged and function impaired (1.4.2a)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)
Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
How Reliable is the Benelli 491?
Based on 1,447 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FJ03 ZTZ is a 2003 Benelli 491 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.
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 FJ03 ZTZ, 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 FJ03 ZTZ registered?
FJ03 ZTZ is a 2003 Benelli 491, first registered on 7 April 2003.
Is FJ03 ZTZ safe to buy?
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