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W397 VGX

2000 Benelli 491

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

2,467 mi
Last recorded2,467 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2009
Typical for 2000 Benelli 49111,806 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW397 VGX
MakeBenelli
Model491
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2009 2,467 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 2,401 miles

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2007 1,619 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 4 Oct 2007 1,579 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 1,455 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 1,455 miles

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

Front Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. (6.2.1g)

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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W397 VGX is a 2000 Benelli 491 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 W397 VGX, 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 W397 VGX registered?

W397 VGX is a 2000 Benelli 491, first registered on 21 March 2000.

Is W397 VGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for W397 VGX shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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