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G495 SGN

1999 Yamaha Serow

Blue Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

30,920 mi
Last recorded30,920 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2022
Typical for 1999 Yamaha Serow19,999 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG495 SGN
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2022 30,920 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 30,353 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2020 30,321 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 28,778 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 28,443 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 28,070 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 27,946 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 26,107 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2012 12,988 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 12,988 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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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G495 SGN is a 1999 Yamaha Serow in Blue with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 19,999 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 G495 SGN, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha Serow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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G495 SGN is a 1999 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 1 May 1999.

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