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J807 FVF

1997 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

8,400 mi
Last recorded8,400 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Serow13,699 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ807 FVF
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 8,400 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 8,400 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 8,400 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 8,400 miles
Pass 8 May 2021 8,400 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2021 8,400 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 8,400 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 8,400 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 36,219 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2018 36,219 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Wheel bearing has excessive play rear wheel bearings have excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 8,400 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 8,400 miles

chain idler wheel worn

socks fitted to front shocks

Fail 18 Aug 2016 8,400 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke missing (4.2.1b)

chain idler wheel worn

socks fitted to front shocks

Pass 17 Aug 2015 8,400 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

drive chain idler wheel in poor condition

Pass 18 Aug 2014 8,400 miles

rear suspension soft

Fail 14 Jul 2014 8,400 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Decelerometer brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.E1b) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

rear suspension soft

Pass 5 Jul 2013 8,400 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 8,400 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 8,400 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 8,400 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 8,400 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 8,400 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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J807 FVF is a 1997 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 J807 FVF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J807 FVF registered?

J807 FVF is a 1997 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 23 January 1997.

Is J807 FVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J807 FVF shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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