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BU05 AYK

2005 Benelli 491

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

21,819 mi
Last recorded21,819 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 AYK
MakeBenelli
Model491
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2019 21,819 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 18,993 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 18,848 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 15 Apr 2016 18,848 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 16,078 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 14,527 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 May 2013 12,832 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 12,832 miles

Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 10,651 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2011 9,261 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2010 7,380 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 7,376 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 7,376 miles

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 6,394 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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BU05 AYK is a 2005 Benelli 491 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BU05 AYK, 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 21 years old, this Benelli 491 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BU05 AYK registered?

BU05 AYK is a 2005 Benelli 491, first registered on 26 April 2005.

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The MOT history for BU05 AYK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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