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J588 XBL

2003 Yamaha Serow

Green Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

22,237 mi
Last recorded22,237 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Yamaha Serow22,118 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ588 XBL
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2024 22,237 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 22,232 miles

Rear suspension lower linkage worn

Pass 2 Mar 2021 22,221 miles

Play in rear suspension linkage bushes.

Pass 15 May 2015 21,260 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 14 May 2015 21,260 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 May 2014 20,296 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 19,784 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2011 19,309 miles

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

Fail 3 Aug 2011 19,309 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 22 May 2010 18,387 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 14 Oct 2009 18,387 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 17,335 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 17,083 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2007 17,083 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Front Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Rear Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 26,104 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 1 Aug 2006 16,969 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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J588 XBL is a 2003 Yamaha Serow in Green with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 22,118 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 J588 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 23 years old, this Yamaha Serow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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J588 XBL is a 2003 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 10 November 2003.

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