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R288 FVW

1998 Derbi GPR50-R

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

278 mi
Last recorded278 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2015
Typical for 1998 Derbi GPR50-R17,024 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR288 FVW
MakeDerbi
ModelGPR50-R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2015 278 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 1 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 1 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2012 24,176 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 16 Jun 2012 24,176 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 23,813 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside headlamp inoperative.

Offside rear footrest not usable.

Rear light/number plate assembly becoming insecure.

Rear tyre nearside sidewall cracking.

Fail 30 Jul 2010 23,813 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside rear footrest not usable.

Rear light/number plate assembly becoming insecure.

Rear tyre nearside sidewall cracking.

Pass 1 Jun 2009 20,796 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 20,726 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2008 17,337 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 25,067 miles

How Reliable is the Derbi GPR50-R?

Based on 2,658 MOT tests across 552 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
1,261
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
552
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 168
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 143
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 124
reflector on motorcycle missing 122
wheel bearings have excessive free play 89
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R288 FVW is a 1998 Derbi GPR50-R in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1998 Derbi GPR50-R models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 17,024 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 GPR50-R fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R288 FVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Derbi GPR50-R typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Derbi GPR50-R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R288 FVW registered?

R288 FVW is a 1998 Derbi GPR50-R, first registered on 2 March 1998.

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