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V101 FLM

2000 Benelli 491

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

32,639 mi
Last recorded32,639 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2010
Typical for 2000 Benelli 49111,806 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV101 FLM
MakeBenelli
Model491
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 24 Nov 2010 32,639 miles

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.5a)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 30 Jul 2008 26,860 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 21,360 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2007 21,360 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2006 17,711 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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V101 FLM is a 2000 Benelli 491 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2000 Benelli 491 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 11,806 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 491 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 83 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V101 FLM, 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 26 years old, this Benelli 491 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V101 FLM registered?

V101 FLM is a 2000 Benelli 491, first registered on 8 February 2000.

Is V101 FLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V101 FLM shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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