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R447 XFL

1997 Derbi Senda

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2013
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

5,749 mi
Last recorded5,749 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2012
Typical for 1997 Derbi Senda3,722 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR447 XFL
MakeDerbi
ModelSenda
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2012 5,749 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

Fail 2 Feb 2012 5,749 miles

Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 5,451 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2010 5,451 miles

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2009 5,326 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 5,326 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 25 Nov 2005 4,091 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2005 4,082 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

front brake control locking device missing

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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R447 XFL is a 1997 Derbi Senda in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R447 XFL, 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.

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What year was R447 XFL registered?

R447 XFL is a 1997 Derbi Senda, first registered on 5 August 1997.

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