MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
49,999 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)
Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Serow?
Based on 3,899 MOT tests across 399 vehicles.
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G687 BGS is a 1990 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 G687 BGS, 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 G687 BGS registered?
G687 BGS is a 1990 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 31 December 1990.
Is G687 BGS safe to buy?
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