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W72 MUD

2000 Benelli Velvet

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,610 mi
Last recorded27,610 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2017
Typical for 2000 Benelli Velvet15,484 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW72 MUD
MakeBenelli
ModelVelvet
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2017 27,610 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2014 27,490 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 26,929 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 25,641 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 25,625 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2009 23,947 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 23,948 miles

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 1 Mar 2007 22,259 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 21,732 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2006 21,599 miles

Nearside Front Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Offside Front Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

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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W72 MUD is a 2000 Benelli Velvet in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2000 Benelli Velvet models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 15,484 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 W72 MUD, 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 26 years old, this Benelli Velvet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W72 MUD registered?

W72 MUD is a 2000 Benelli Velvet, first registered on 3 March 2000.

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