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W975 AGJ

2000 Benelli Velvet

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

13,718 mi
Last recorded13,718 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2013
Typical for 2000 Benelli Velvet15,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW975 AGJ
MakeBenelli
ModelVelvet
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2013 13,718 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2012 11,213 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2011 11,196 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2010 11,187 miles

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 11,080 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 10,713 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 10,704 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Front mudguard can easily contact the tyre (2.3.7)

Rear Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

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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W975 AGJ is a 2000 Benelli Velvet in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 W975 AGJ, 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 W975 AGJ registered?

W975 AGJ is a 2000 Benelli Velvet, first registered on 9 August 2000.

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The MOT history for W975 AGJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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