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J222 YAM

1991 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,019 mi
Last recorded44,019 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Serow26,732 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ222 YAM
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 10 Mar 2026 44,019 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 43,771 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 42,905 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 42,475 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 42,315 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 41,807 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2018 41,107 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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J222 YAM is a 1991 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 97.7% with a typical mileage of 26,732 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 J222 YAM, 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 35 years old, this Yamaha Serow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J222 YAM registered?

J222 YAM is a 1991 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J222 YAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J222 YAM shows 7 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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