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DX08 HNU

2008 Derbi Senda

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2019
Tests14 (6 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

13,972 mi
Last recorded13,972 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Derbi Senda10,005 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 HNU
MakeDerbi
ModelSenda
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 8 fail
Fail 6 Mar 2026 13,972 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Chain guard missing ()

Front Nearside front brake calliper modified

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 2 Jul 2019 13,824 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake caliper leaking and braking performance affected brake pipe to caliper (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible painted over (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front front brake caliper modified

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 13,681 miles

Brake component has been modified. Front brake caliper (3.1.5)

Fail 10 Feb 2018 13,681 miles

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s Wired up wrong way round (1.2.2b(ii))

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Brake component has been modified. Front brake caliper (3.1.5)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 11,730 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 9 Feb 2016 11,730 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 8,317 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 8,314 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

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

Offside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 5,942 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 24 Feb 2014 5,937 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 4 Jan 2013 5,923 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 5,923 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2012 3,914 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2012 3,914 miles

Rear reflector on sidecar missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Derbi Senda?

Based on 12,951 MOT tests across 2,354 vehicles.

67.1%
Pass Rate
1,126
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
2,354
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 648
reflector on motorcycle missing 644
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 457
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 441
Drive chain excessively loose 342
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DX08 HNU is a 2008 Derbi Senda in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 2008 Derbi Senda models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 10,005 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 Senda fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 648 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX08 HNU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Derbi Senda typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 18 years old, this Derbi Senda is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DX08 HNU registered?

DX08 HNU is a 2008 Derbi Senda, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is DX08 HNU safe to buy?

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