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GJ52 RCV

2003 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 224cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

24,548 mi
Last recorded24,548 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 Yamaha Serow22,118 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ52 RCV
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine224cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2024 24,548 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 24,548 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2022 24,548 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear brake disc has slight run out

Fail 11 May 2022 24,548 miles

Wheel bearing has excessive play front & rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front & rear tyre pressures low

rear brake disc has slight run out

Pass 23 Apr 2021 23,453 miles

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

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Apr 2021 23,448 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements reflector covering part of the number (0.1 (d))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front & rear tyre pressures low

Pass 3 Feb 2020 23,245 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 20,755 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 17,681 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 15,384 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 15,383 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2016 12,042 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 8,253 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 5,866 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 4,644 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 4,626 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2012 3,102 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 2,586 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 2,084 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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GJ52 RCV is a 2003 Yamaha Serow in White with a 224cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 22,118 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 GJ52 RCV, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha Serow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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GJ52 RCV is a 2003 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 1 June 2003.

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