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LB02 YHJ

2002 Benelli Velvet

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

9,275 mi
Last recorded9,275 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2021
Typical for 2002 Benelli Velvet10,508 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB02 YHJ
MakeBenelli
ModelVelvet
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2021 9,275 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2021 9,267 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 9,084 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2020 9,072 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Mar 2019 8,818 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 7,078 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 3,456 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 3,195 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 2,652 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Offside Rear Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 2,652 miles

Offside Rear Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 2,641 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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LB02 YHJ is a 2002 Benelli Velvet in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2002 Benelli Velvet models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 10,508 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 LB02 YHJ, 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 24 years old, this Benelli Velvet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LB02 YHJ registered?

LB02 YHJ is a 2002 Benelli Velvet, first registered on 1 August 2002.

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