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Y167 RTR

2001 Benelli Velvet

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,802 mi
Last recorded10,802 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2008
Typical for 2001 Benelli Velvet16,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY167 RTR
MakeBenelli
ModelVelvet
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2008 10,802 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2007 10,047 miles

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)

Pass 6 Jan 2006 9,149 miles

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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Y167 RTR is a 2001 Benelli Velvet in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Benelli Velvet models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 16,296 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y167 RTR, 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 25 years old, this Benelli Velvet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y167 RTR registered?

Y167 RTR is a 2001 Benelli Velvet, first registered on 1 July 2001.

Is Y167 RTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y167 RTR shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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