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J659 RTT

2004 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 223cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

32,483 mi
Last recorded32,483 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2013
Typical for 2004 Yamaha Serow22,702 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ659 RTT
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine223cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 26 Sep 2013 32,483 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 32,483 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 12 Aug 2011 28,989 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 28,989 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 25,387 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 8 May 2009 24,704 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2008 24,314 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 24,158 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 22,517 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2006 22,453 miles

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

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

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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J659 RTT is a 2004 Yamaha Serow in White with a 223cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 22,702 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 J659 RTT, 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 22 years old, this Yamaha Serow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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J659 RTT is a 2004 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 1 April 2004.

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