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LF51 YZY

2001 Benelli Velvet

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,650 mi
Last recorded18,650 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2014
Typical for 2001 Benelli Velvet16,296 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 YZY
MakeBenelli
ModelVelvet
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2014 18,650 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 13,356 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 8,252 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2006 8,252 miles

Centre Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

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

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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LF51 YZY is a 2001 Benelli Velvet in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Benelli Velvet models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 16,296 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LF51 YZY, 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 25 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 LF51 YZY registered?

LF51 YZY is a 2001 Benelli Velvet, first registered on 25 October 2001.

Is LF51 YZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF51 YZY shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LF51 YZY have outstanding finance?

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