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J590 MHR

1991 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,812 mi
Last recorded28,812 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Serow26,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ590 MHR
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2025 28,812 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 27,092 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 26,764 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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J590 MHR is a 1991 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 J590 MHR, 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.

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What year was J590 MHR registered?

J590 MHR is a 1991 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 1 January 1991.

Is J590 MHR safe to buy?

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