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HF53 OGY

2004 Benelli Velvet

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

24,759 mi
Last recorded24,759 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Benelli Velvet9,721 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 OGY
MakeBenelli
ModelVelvet
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 24,759 miles

Nearside headlamp not working

Fail 30 Sep 2025 24,759 miles

Nearside headlamp not working

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2011 24,729 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 24,729 miles

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

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

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Feb 2009 22,892 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Feb 2008 18,815 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 13,855 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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HF53 OGY is a 2004 Benelli Velvet in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HF53 OGY, 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 HF53 OGY registered?

HF53 OGY is a 2004 Benelli Velvet, first registered on 18 February 2004.

Is HF53 OGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF53 OGY shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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