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LJ03 BNN

2003 Benelli Velvet

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2016
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Benelli Velvet11,029 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 BNN
MakeBenelli
ModelVelvet
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2015

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 19 Feb 2015 16,458 miles

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

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2014 16,269 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2014 16,269 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Fail 5 Jul 2012 12,951 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2012 12,951 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 5,183 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 5,183 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 4,893 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 3,854 miles

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

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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LJ03 BNN is a 2003 Benelli Velvet in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 Benelli Velvet models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 11,029 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 LJ03 BNN, 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 23 years old, this Benelli Velvet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ03 BNN registered?

LJ03 BNN is a 2003 Benelli Velvet, first registered on 22 May 2003.

Is LJ03 BNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 BNN shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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