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K857 BUD

1993 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

44,394 mi
Last recorded44,394 miles
Recorded on15 May 2024
Typical for 1993 Yamaha Serow26,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK857 BUD
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2024 44,394 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 44,107 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 43,700 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 43,031 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 41,808 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 41,316 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 41,123 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 40,653 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2011 39,819 miles

Brake component leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 39,819 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 39,535 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 38,568 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 38,568 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 37,555 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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K857 BUD is a 1993 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 26,569 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 K857 BUD, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha Serow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K857 BUD registered?

K857 BUD is a 1993 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K857 BUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for K857 BUD shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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