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AE55 ARU

2005 Derbi GP1

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,776 mi
Last recorded12,776 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2012
Typical for 2005 Derbi GP17,564 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE55 ARU
MakeDerbi
ModelGP1
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2012 12,776 miles

Cracked front mudguard

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear l/h cracked panel

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 14 Nov 2012 12,709 miles

Front Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Cracked front mudguard

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear l/h cracked panel

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 May 2011 10,186 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Apr 2010 7,832 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Sep 2008 7,810 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 7,810 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

How Reliable is the Derbi GP1?

Based on 878 MOT tests across 201 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
428
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
201
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 40
Headlamp aim too high 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 15
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AE55 ARU is a 2005 Derbi GP1 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Derbi GP1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 7,564 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 Derbi GP1 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE55 ARU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Derbi GP1 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Derbi GP1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE55 ARU registered?

AE55 ARU is a 2005 Derbi GP1, first registered on 8 September 2005.

Is AE55 ARU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE55 ARU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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