MOT Status
ValidMileage
16,735 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front shockers slight inadequate damping
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
both brake levers bent
number plate cracked
Front Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)
Rear Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)
number plate cracked
Offside Lower Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Benelli 491?
Based on 1,447 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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Y747 HWE is a 2001 Benelli 491 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.
Across all 2001 Benelli 491 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 8,618 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
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 Y747 HWE, 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 25 years old, this Benelli 491 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was Y747 HWE registered?
Y747 HWE is a 2001 Benelli 491, first registered on 4 April 2001.
Is Y747 HWE safe to buy?
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