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YX03 FXA

2003 Benelli 491

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2019
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

9,851 mi
Last recorded9,851 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Benelli 4919,325 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX03 FXA
MakeBenelli
Model491
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2018 9,851 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2018 9,851 miles

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure center stand trailing (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre designed for front wheel use fitted to the rear wheel (5.2.3 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2016 7,633 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 5,834 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 5,817 miles

Inner Front Lower Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Nearside Rear Upper Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

switch gear is loose on nearside and offside

Pass 21 Jan 2013 3,811 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 16 Jan 2013 3,809 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Lower Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

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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YX03 FXA is a 2003 Benelli 491 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 YX03 FXA, 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 YX03 FXA registered?

YX03 FXA is a 2003 Benelli 491, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is YX03 FXA safe to buy?

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