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MX03 SFN

2003 Benelli 491

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

239 mi
Last recorded239 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2011
Typical for 2003 Benelli 4919,325 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX03 SFN
MakeBenelli
Model491
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2011 239 miles

front fairing/body damage

front suspension damping

no mirrors fitted

throttle free play

Fail 24 Aug 2011 239 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

front fairing/body damage

front suspension damping

no mirrors fitted

throttle free play

Pass 19 May 2008 219 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 219 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 218 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 218 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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MX03 SFN is a 2003 Benelli 491 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MX03 SFN, 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.

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What year was MX03 SFN registered?

MX03 SFN is a 2003 Benelli 491, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is MX03 SFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX03 SFN shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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