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YM03 FPV

2003 Benelli 491

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

17,033 mi
Last recorded17,033 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Benelli 4919,325 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM03 FPV
MakeBenelli
Model491
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Fail 24 Nov 2015 17,033 miles

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

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2014 11,339 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2014 11,339 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 11,339 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 9,880 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 7,489 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2010 5,017 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2009 3,313 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 1,696 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 946 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2006 7 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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YM03 FPV is a 2003 Benelli 491 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Benelli 491 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 9,325 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 YM03 FPV, 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 23 years old, this Benelli 491 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YM03 FPV registered?

YM03 FPV is a 2003 Benelli 491, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is YM03 FPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM03 FPV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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