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RK51 NRX

2001 Benelli 491

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,501 mi
Last recorded17,501 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2013
Typical for 2001 Benelli 4918,618 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK51 NRX
MakeBenelli
Model491
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2013 17,501 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2011 17,414 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 16,821 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 11,813 miles

Both front brake pipes slightly fouling on lower front grill at full lock.

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front tyre slightly perished.

Offside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear tyre slightly perished.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 20 Jun 2009 11,813 miles

Both front brake pipes slightly fouling on lower front grill at full lock.

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front tyre slightly perished.

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear tyre slightly perished.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 May 2008 8,729 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front brake hose slightly fouling on panelling.

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 2 Jun 2007 3,622 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 518 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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RK51 NRX is a 2001 Benelli 491 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RK51 NRX, 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 RK51 NRX registered?

RK51 NRX is a 2001 Benelli 491, first registered on 24 October 2001.

Is RK51 NRX safe to buy?

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