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VU03 XLZ

2003 Derbi Predator

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

7,301 mi
Last recorded7,301 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2011
Typical for 2003 Derbi Predator7,517 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 XLZ
MakeDerbi
ModelPredator
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2011 7,301 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2011 7,288 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 7 Aug 2008 5,123 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2008 5,123 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 4,947 miles

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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VU03 XLZ is a 2003 Derbi Predator in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 Derbi Predator models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 7,517 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 VU03 XLZ, 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 23 years old, this Derbi Predator is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU03 XLZ registered?

VU03 XLZ is a 2003 Derbi Predator, first registered on 16 June 2003.

Is VU03 XLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU03 XLZ shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VU03 XLZ have outstanding finance?

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