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W635 CHJ

2000 Benelli 491

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2013
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,080 mi
Last recorded14,080 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2012
Typical for 2000 Benelli 49111,806 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW635 CHJ
MakeBenelli
Model491
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2012 14,080 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2012 14,080 miles

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

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

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

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

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

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 20 Feb 2010 11,944 miles

Nearside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 17 Feb 2010 11,940 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Fail 6 Jun 2009 11,726 miles

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

Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 7,494 miles

n/s mirror missing

Fail 6 Jun 2008 7,494 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

n/s mirror missing

Pass 22 Mar 2007 6,535 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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W635 CHJ is a 2000 Benelli 491 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2000 Benelli 491 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 11,806 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 W635 CHJ, 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 26 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 W635 CHJ registered?

W635 CHJ is a 2000 Benelli 491, first registered on 10 April 2000.

Is W635 CHJ safe to buy?

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