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J194 XBL

2002 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,645 mi
Last recorded25,645 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2019
Typical for 2002 Yamaha Serow18,648 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ194 XBL
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2019 25,645 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jun 2013 25,364 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 17 Jun 2013 25,364 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 25,309 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 24,472 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 24,103 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 23,563 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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J194 XBL is a 2002 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 18,648 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 J194 XBL, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha Serow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J194 XBL registered?

J194 XBL is a 2002 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 10 December 2002.

Is J194 XBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J194 XBL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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