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J713 RFJ

1996 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 223cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

27,102 mi
Last recorded27,102 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2024
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Serow22,954 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ713 RFJ
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine223cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2024 27,102 miles

Central Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in lower shock mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 27,085 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Mar 2012 27,059 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 27,019 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 26,936 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 25,688 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 10 Jan 2008 25,688 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 24,824 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2005 24,237 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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J713 RFJ is a 1996 Yamaha Serow in White with a 223cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 22,954 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 J713 RFJ, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha Serow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J713 RFJ registered?

J713 RFJ is a 1996 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 3 December 1996.

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