Derbi Senda (2010)
2010 Derbi Senda
CarHunch analysed 125 real MOT records for the 2010 Derbi Senda. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2010 Derbi Senda fails its MOT at a notably higher rate than the UK average, with only 72.5% passing first time versus the 80% benchmark—a real concern that suggests structural reliability issues with this model. More worrying still, 28.8% of these vehicles have recorded dangerous defects during their MOT history, well above what you'd expect, making this a genuine buyer safety flag.
These bikes are running at moderate mileage for their age (median 8,982 miles), yet they're averaging 1.78 failures and 7.5 advisories per test, indicating that wear and deterioration accumulate quickly on this platform. Before buying one, have a trusted mechanic inspect the brakes, electrics, and chassis thoroughly—the numbers suggest premature component wear is the norm rather than the exception.
What to check before buying a 2010 Derbi Senda
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.
- ⚠️ 28.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 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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Mileage Distribution
Most 2010 Derbi Senda 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 2010 Derbi Senda vehicles fall between 5,594 and 13,257 miles.
2010 Derbi Senda — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 12 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2024 (16% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2024.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2010 Derbi Senda
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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28.5%
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing
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26.3%
Drive chain slightly loose
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24%
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
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21.2%
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive
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18.9%
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
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15.3%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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14.6%
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive
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14.6%
Drive chain excessively loose
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2010. Counts include advisories and failures.
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