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G548 NVF

1997 Yamaha Serow

Green Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2017
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,293 mi
Last recorded13,293 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2016
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Serow13,699 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG548 NVF
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2016 13,293 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 13,165 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 12,859 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2012 12,386 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 12,098 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 11,917 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 11,830 miles

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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G548 NVF is a 1997 Yamaha Serow in Green with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 13,699 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 G548 NVF, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Serow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G548 NVF registered?

G548 NVF is a 1997 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 16 June 1997.

Is G548 NVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G548 NVF shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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