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PO51 OGV

2001 Benelli Velvet

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2021
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

8,774 mi
Last recorded8,774 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2020
Typical for 2001 Benelli Velvet16,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO51 OGV
MakeBenelli
ModelVelvet
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2020 8,774 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 8,641 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2011 8,605 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 8,605 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 8,193 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2008 8,193 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 7,994 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 7,944 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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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PO51 OGV is a 2001 Benelli Velvet in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2001 Benelli Velvet models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 16,296 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 PO51 OGV, 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 25 years old, this Benelli Velvet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PO51 OGV registered?

PO51 OGV is a 2001 Benelli Velvet, first registered on 21 September 2001.

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