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HF03 SZD

2003 Benelli 491

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

18,870 mi
Last recorded18,870 miles
Recorded on6 May 2010
Typical for 2003 Benelli 4919,325 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 SZD
MakeBenelli
Model491
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2010 18,870 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 18,870 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 23 May 2009 18,143 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 18,143 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Fail 9 May 2008 14,859 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 May 2008 14,859 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 10,713 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2007 10,692 miles

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

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 4,858 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 SZD is a 2003 Benelli 491 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 HF03 SZD, 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 SZD registered?

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

Is HF03 SZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF03 SZD shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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