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P518 JVU

1997 Derbi Senda

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2017
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

9,138 mi
Last recorded9,138 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2016
Typical for 1997 Derbi Senda3,722 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP518 JVU
MakeDerbi
ModelSenda
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2016 9,138 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2015 9,138 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Rear Wheel has an excessively eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. several loose spokes (4.2.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 7,725 miles

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 7 Mar 2013 7,725 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 16 Feb 2013 7,717 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 612 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2007 5,870 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Oct 2006 3,309 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2006 3,299 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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P518 JVU is a 1997 Derbi Senda in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

Across all 1997 Derbi Senda models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 3,722 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 P518 JVU, 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 29 years old, this Derbi Senda is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P518 JVU registered?

P518 JVU is a 1997 Derbi Senda, first registered on 14 February 1997.

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The MOT history for P518 JVU shows 9 tests with a 44.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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