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R197 XFC

1998 Derbi Senda

Yellow Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

5,198 mi
Last recorded5,198 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2007
Typical for 1998 Derbi Senda4,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR197 XFC
MakeDerbi
ModelSenda
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2007 5,198 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 5,188 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Feb 2006 2,407 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2006 2,407 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2006 2,362 miles

Front Headlamp aim does not move downwards when dipped (1.6.5)

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

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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R197 XFC is a 1998 Derbi Senda in Yellow with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1998 Derbi Senda models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 4,732 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 R197 XFC, 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 28 years old, this Derbi Senda is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R197 XFC registered?

R197 XFC is a 1998 Derbi Senda, first registered on 24 January 1998.

Is R197 XFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R197 XFC shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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