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H390 JAF

1999 Yamaha Serow

Red Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,537 mi
Last recorded18,537 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2013
Typical for 1999 Yamaha Serow19,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH390 JAF
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2013 18,537 miles

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 18,276 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 15,626 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 15,344 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 14,670 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 14,670 miles

Front Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Fail 26 Nov 2007 14,421 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2007 14,421 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 14,187 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 13,883 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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H390 JAF is a 1999 Yamaha Serow in Red with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 19,999 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 H390 JAF, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha Serow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H390 JAF registered?

H390 JAF is a 1999 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 12 July 1999.

Is H390 JAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for H390 JAF shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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