Derbi Senda (restricted) (1998)
1998 Derbi Senda (restricted)
CarHunch analysed 175 real MOT records for the 1998 Derbi Senda (restricted). This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1998 Derbi Senda has a first-time MOT pass rate of just 3.4%, catastrophically below the 80% UK average, making it one of the least reliable vehicles on the road by this metric. No dangerous defects were recorded across the 175 vehicles analysed, which is the only bright spot in an otherwise alarming picture.
These bikes are averaging 12,136 miles—high for their age—and while individual failures are rare (0.03 per vehicle), the sheer difficulty in passing suggests systemic issues with emissions, lights, or structural wear rather than isolated problems. If you're considering one, treat a full pre-purchase inspection by a specialist motorcycle mechanic as non-negotiable, because the MOT pass data indicates you're buying into a vehicle with pervasive compliance problems.
What to check before buying a 1998 Derbi Senda (restricted)
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 174 | 3.4% | 0.03 |
| Diesel (1%) | 1 | 0% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1998 Derbi Senda (restricted) vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1998 Derbi Senda (restricted) vehicles fall between 3,831 and 10,793 miles.
MOT History Averages
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