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SN51 FVL

2001 Derbi Predator

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

20,210 mi
Last recorded20,210 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2007
Typical for 2001 Derbi Predator8,892 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN51 FVL
MakeDerbi
ModelPredator
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2007 20,210 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 20,210 miles

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

Fail 22 Feb 2007 20,210 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Pass 8 Mar 2006 18,927 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2006 18,927 miles

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

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

Front Headlamp dipped beam flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.2c)

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

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

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

Front Leg shield insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

How Reliable is the Derbi Predator?

Based on 1,647 MOT tests across 472 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
698
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
472
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 51
suspension bush has excessive free play 35
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 34
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 32
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SN51 FVL is a 2001 Derbi Predator in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 2001 Derbi Predator models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 8,892 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 Predator fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SN51 FVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Derbi Predator typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Derbi Predator is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SN51 FVL registered?

SN51 FVL is a 2001 Derbi Predator, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is SN51 FVL safe to buy?

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