Derbi Senda
MotorcycleFrom 402 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely and reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear. The top issue, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, caused 16 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 16 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 13 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 11 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 11 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 9 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 8 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 7 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 7 |
| audible warning not working | 7 |
| a lamp not securely attached | 7 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 15.6% of Senda failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £51.
Typical mileage
Half of all Sendas tested had between 5,207 and 15,999 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 9,227 median miles, the Senda has 0.315 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Common questions
What is the Derbi Senda MOT pass rate?
The Derbi Senda has a 70.9% MOT pass rate based on 402 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Derbi Senda?
The most common MOT failure on the Derbi Senda is a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, which caused 16 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely.
What is the typical mileage of a Derbi Senda at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Derbi Senda is 9,227 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 5,207 and 15,999 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.