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LF03 HXJ

2003 Benelli 491

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

2,112 mi
Last recorded2,112 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2009
Typical for 2003 Benelli 4919,325 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 HXJ
MakeBenelli
Model491
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 Jun 2009 2,112 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 1,598 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 1,665 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2006 1,657 miles

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

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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LF03 HXJ is a 2003 Benelli 491 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 LF03 HXJ, 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 LF03 HXJ registered?

LF03 HXJ is a 2003 Benelli 491, first registered on 15 April 2003.

Is LF03 HXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF03 HXJ shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LF03 HXJ have outstanding finance?

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