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SY03 AYL

2003 Benelli Velvet

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,054 mi
Last recorded16,054 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Benelli Velvet11,029 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY03 AYL
MakeBenelli
ModelVelvet
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 14 Jul 2015 16,054 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2015 16,054 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 16,048 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2013 16,048 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 16 Jan 2013 16,048 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

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

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

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

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

coolant leak

Pass 26 Jan 2012 12,973 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 12,973 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2010 10,977 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 8,938 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 8,930 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 8,926 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 8,926 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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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SY03 AYL is a 2003 Benelli Velvet in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Benelli Velvet models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 11,029 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 SY03 AYL, 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 23 years old, this Benelli Velvet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SY03 AYL registered?

SY03 AYL is a 2003 Benelli Velvet, first registered on 6 March 2003.

Is SY03 AYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY03 AYL shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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