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V797 LGF

1999 Benelli Velvet

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

188,221 mi
Last recorded188,221 miles
Recorded on22 May 2007
Typical for 1999 Benelli Velvet13,428 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV797 LGF
MakeBenelli
ModelVelvet
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2007 188,221 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 14 May 2007 18,821 miles

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

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 12 May 2006 18,221 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Pass 12 May 2006 18,221 miles

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

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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V797 LGF is a 1999 Benelli Velvet in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 Benelli Velvet models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.7% with a typical mileage of 13,428 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 V797 LGF, 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 27 years old, this Benelli Velvet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V797 LGF registered?

V797 LGF is a 1999 Benelli Velvet, first registered on 18 September 1999.

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