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HF04 FDG

2004 Benelli Velvet

Silver Petrol 150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

5,946 mi
Last recorded5,946 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2019
Typical for 2004 Benelli Velvet9,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF04 FDG
MakeBenelli
ModelVelvet
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine150cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2019 5,946 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 5,848 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 5,848 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil Both fork legs (2.3.3)

Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking screen attachment broken (6.1.1c)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Front switch gear loose

Pass 11 Sep 2014 5,325 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 5,325 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 4,399 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 29 Aug 2013 4,278 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2012 3,330 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 3,330 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Apr 2011 2,664 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 2,360 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 2,191 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 2,110 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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HF04 FDG is a 2004 Benelli Velvet in Silver with a 150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2004 Benelli Velvet models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 9,721 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 HF04 FDG, 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 22 years old, this Benelli Velvet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HF04 FDG registered?

HF04 FDG is a 2004 Benelli Velvet, first registered on 20 May 2004.

Is HF04 FDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF04 FDG shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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