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J427 ATO

1997 Yamaha Serow

Multi-colour Petrol 223cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

8,925 mi
Last recorded8,925 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2016
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Serow13,699 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ427 ATO
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine223cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2016 8,925 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 8,908 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 8,899 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 8,777 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 8,532 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 8,441 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 8,114 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 7,970 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

handle bars slightly bent

rear tyre slight cracking around tread blocks

Fail 26 Jan 2009 7,964 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

handle bars slightly bent

rear tyre slight cracking around tread blocks

Pass 14 Jan 2008 7,732 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 7,336 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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J427 ATO is a 1997 Yamaha Serow in Multi-colour with a 223cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 J427 ATO, 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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J427 ATO is a 1997 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 1 March 1997.

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