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X221 JEH

2000 Benelli Velvet

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

19,338 mi
Last recorded19,338 miles
Recorded on19 May 2015
Typical for 2000 Benelli Velvet15,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX221 JEH
MakeBenelli
ModelVelvet
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2015 19,338 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 17,616 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 17,616 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 17,616 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 17,616 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

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

Pass 26 Aug 2009 17,616 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 26 Aug 2009 17,616 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Outer Front Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 17,021 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2007 17,021 miles

Number plate cracked,

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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X221 JEH is a 2000 Benelli Velvet in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 X221 JEH, 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 X221 JEH registered?

X221 JEH is a 2000 Benelli Velvet, first registered on 19 September 2000.

Is X221 JEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for X221 JEH shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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