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GX51 PZA

2001 Benelli Velvet

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,938 mi
Last recorded13,938 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2010
Typical for 2001 Benelli Velvet16,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 PZA
MakeBenelli
ModelVelvet
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2010 13,938 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 8 Jun 2010 13,874 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

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

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 May 2009 2,999 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 2,988 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 May 2008 143 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 47 miles

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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GX51 PZA is a 2001 Benelli Velvet in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Benelli Velvet models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 16,296 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 GX51 PZA, 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 25 years old, this Benelli Velvet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GX51 PZA registered?

GX51 PZA is a 2001 Benelli Velvet, first registered on 9 November 2001.

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The MOT history for GX51 PZA shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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