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X572 WFX

2000 Benelli 491

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2014
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

13,638 mi
Last recorded13,638 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2013
Typical for 2000 Benelli 49111,806 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX572 WFX
MakeBenelli
Model491
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2013 13,638 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)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 25 Jan 2013 13,638 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

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

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

offside mudguard bolt missing

Pass 31 Jan 2012 11,751 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2012 11,751 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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

Fail 21 Oct 2010 11,751 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Offside Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 11,751 miles

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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X572 WFX 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 X572 WFX, 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 X572 WFX registered?

X572 WFX is a 2000 Benelli 491, first registered on 5 September 2000.

Is X572 WFX safe to buy?

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