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Y518 ACL

2001 Benelli Velvet

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,503 mi
Last recorded21,503 miles
Recorded on4 May 2010
Typical for 2001 Benelli Velvet16,296 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY518 ACL
MakeBenelli
ModelVelvet
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2010 21,503 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 21,483 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2007 21,483 miles

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.3a)

Pass 11 May 2006 15,060 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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Y518 ACL is a 2001 Benelli Velvet in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y518 ACL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y518 ACL registered?

Y518 ACL is a 2001 Benelli Velvet, first registered on 23 April 2001.

Is Y518 ACL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y518 ACL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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