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HF03 SYZ

2003 Benelli 491

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

20,275 mi
Last recorded20,275 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2011
Typical for 2003 Benelli 4919,325 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 SYZ
MakeBenelli
Model491
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2011 20,275 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 20,241 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 19,754 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 12,993 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 12,993 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 6,835 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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HF03 SYZ is a 2003 Benelli 491 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 HF03 SYZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HF03 SYZ registered?

HF03 SYZ is a 2003 Benelli 491, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is HF03 SYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF03 SYZ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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