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G991 YNE

1996 Yamaha Serow

Red Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

64,999 mi
Last recorded64,999 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Serow22,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG991 YNE
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 64,999 miles

Nearside Gear lever loose

Fail 9 Feb 2026 64,999 miles

Nearside Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Nearside Gear lever loose

Pass 22 Jan 2025 62,991 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 62,936 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 62,770 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 62,581 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 62,396 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 62,258 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 61,993 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 61,456 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 60,492 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 59,487 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 58,527 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 57,039 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 56,198 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 54,884 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 53,219 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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G991 YNE is a 1996 Yamaha Serow in Red with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 22,954 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 G991 YNE, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha Serow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G991 YNE registered?

G991 YNE is a 1996 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 18 October 1996.

Is G991 YNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for G991 YNE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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