Benelli Bn 125 E5
MotorcycleFrom 485 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, a direction indicator lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, caused 13 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 13 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 11 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 9 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 8 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 8 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 7 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley so loose or worn it is likely to fail | 7 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 6 |
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 6 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 6 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 8.6% of Bn 125 E5 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £47.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 72.7% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps |
Typical mileage
Half of all Bn 125 E5s tested had between 2,592 and 7,797 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
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Common questions
What is the Benelli Bn 125 E5 MOT pass rate?
The Benelli Bn 125 E5 has a 73.8% MOT pass rate based on 485 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Benelli Bn 125 E5?
The most common MOT failure on the Benelli Bn 125 E5 is a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, which caused 13 failures. Other common issues include a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps.
What is the typical mileage of a Benelli Bn 125 E5 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Benelli Bn 125 E5 is 4,123 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 2,592 and 7,797 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.