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PJ02 OBO

2002 Benelli Velvet

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,090 mi
Last recorded20,090 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2008
Typical for 2002 Benelli Velvet10,508 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ02 OBO
MakeBenelli
ModelVelvet
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2008 20,090 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 15,942 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 15,914 miles

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

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

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

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2006 12,863 miles

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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PJ02 OBO is a 2002 Benelli Velvet in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Benelli Velvet models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 10,508 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 PJ02 OBO, 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 24 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 PJ02 OBO registered?

PJ02 OBO is a 2002 Benelli Velvet, first registered on 24 May 2002.

Is PJ02 OBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ02 OBO 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.

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