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PN08 DFE

2008 Benelli Velvet

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

8,385 mi
Last recorded8,385 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN08 DFE
MakeBenelli
ModelVelvet
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017 8,385 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 6 Jul 2017 8,385 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 May 2016 8,385 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 7,730 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 6,313 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 6,306 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 6 Jul 2013 4,340 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 3,527 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Fail 30 Jun 2012 3,527 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 906 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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PN08 DFE is a 2008 Benelli Velvet in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 PN08 DFE, 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 18 years old, this Benelli Velvet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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PN08 DFE is a 2008 Benelli Velvet, first registered on 1 August 2008.

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