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G321 RYC

1990 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

29,999 mi
Last recorded29,999 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 1990 Yamaha Serow25,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG321 RYC
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 29,999 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 29,999 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 29,999 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 29,999 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 29,999 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 29,999 miles

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2020 29,999 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 29,999 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 29,999 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 29,999 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 19 May 2016 29,999 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 2 Jun 2015 29,999 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 29,999 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 29,999 miles

n/s missing at time of test

Pass 20 May 2013 29,999 miles

slight damage to rear numberplate

Pass 15 Feb 2012 29,999 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 29,999 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 28,996 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 28,381 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of the horn (1.3.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 28,381 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Serow?

Based on 3,899 MOT tests across 399 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
410
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
399
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 27
wheel bearings have excessive free play 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
Footrest missing 12
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G321 RYC is a 1990 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 25,576 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 Yamaha Serow fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G321 RYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Serow typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 36 years old, this Yamaha Serow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G321 RYC registered?

G321 RYC is a 1990 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G321 RYC safe to buy?

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