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MX51 XMR

2001 Benelli 491

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2014
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,624 mi
Last recorded6,624 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2013
Typical for 2001 Benelli 4918,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX51 XMR
MakeBenelli
Model491
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2013 6,624 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2011 3,092 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

no rear pillion foot rests fitted but has hand holds part of seat???

Pass 27 Mar 2010 3,018 miles

unable to inspect lower frame due to plastic covers

Pass 13 Feb 2009 2,796 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 1,866 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 1,772 miles

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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MX51 XMR is a 2001 Benelli 491 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Benelli 491 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 8,618 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MX51 XMR, 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 25 years old, this Benelli 491 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MX51 XMR registered?

MX51 XMR is a 2001 Benelli 491, first registered on 13 December 2001.

Is MX51 XMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX51 XMR shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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