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S642 BTA

1998 Derbi GPR50-R

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

24,973 mi
Last recorded24,973 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 1998 Derbi GPR50-R17,024 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS642 BTA
MakeDerbi
ModelGPR50-R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 24,973 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. out to the offside (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2007 24,906 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 23 Jun 2007 24,884 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2005 24,724 miles

Rear shock very stiff but has movement

Fail 17 Oct 2005 24,724 miles

Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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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S642 BTA is a 1998 Derbi GPR50-R in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 S642 BTA, 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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S642 BTA is a 1998 Derbi GPR50-R, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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