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G406 RYC

1990 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 223cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

26,519 mi
Last recorded26,519 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 1990 Yamaha Serow25,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG406 RYC
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine223cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 26,519 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose 2 of (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 26,328 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose 2 of (5.2.2 (d))

front brake is binding slightly

Pass 2 Oct 2023 26,244 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 26,204 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 26,096 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 26,000 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 25,981 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 25,746 miles

Offside Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2013 25,099 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 22,241 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 20,306 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 20,225 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 19,860 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 19,456 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 19,456 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

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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G406 RYC is a 1990 Yamaha Serow in White with a 223cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 G406 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 G406 RYC registered?

G406 RYC is a 1990 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G406 RYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G406 RYC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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