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H252 NMO

1997 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 223cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,429 mi
Last recorded7,429 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Serow13,699 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH252 NMO
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine223cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 22 May 2026 7,429 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 May 2025 5,404 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 2,909 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 1,026 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2014 963 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 880 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 815 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 692 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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H252 NMO is a 1997 Yamaha Serow in White with a 223cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 H252 NMO, 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 H252 NMO registered?

H252 NMO is a 1997 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 12 June 1997.

Is H252 NMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for H252 NMO shows 8 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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