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J983 RTA

2002 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 224cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

19,346 mi
Last recorded19,346 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2022
Typical for 2002 Yamaha Serow18,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ983 RTA
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine224cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2022 19,346 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 19,346 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 17,702 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 16,819 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 16,781 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 18,640 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 18,630 miles

Centre Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 May 2014 18,625 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 16,218 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2012 16,112 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 15,778 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 15,778 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Jan 2009 15,287 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 14,093 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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J983 RTA is a 2002 Yamaha Serow in White with a 224cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 18,648 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 J983 RTA, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha Serow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J983 RTA registered?

J983 RTA is a 2002 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 17 December 2002.

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