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WJ52 VKM

2003 Derbi Atlantis

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

19,845 mi
Last recorded19,845 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Derbi Atlantis7,887 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ52 VKM
MakeDerbi
ModelAtlantis
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2012 19,845 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 28 Jul 2012 19,841 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a) DANGEROUS

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 18,137 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Fail 13 Jun 2009 18,137 miles

Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 1 May 2008 16,199 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 12,882 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 12,882 miles

Front Front suspension assembly component missing (2.3.1)

centerstandbroken

Pass 21 Dec 2005 11,502 miles

How Reliable is the Derbi Atlantis?

Based on 1,849 MOT tests across 463 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
960
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
463
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 42
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 39
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 25
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 25
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WJ52 VKM is a 2003 Derbi Atlantis in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2003 Derbi Atlantis models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 7,887 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 Atlantis fails its MOT is brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WJ52 VKM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Derbi Atlantis typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Derbi Atlantis is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WJ52 VKM registered?

WJ52 VKM is a 2003 Derbi Atlantis, first registered on 1 January 2003.

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