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L225 UVG

1997 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,921 mi
Last recorded17,921 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Serow13,699 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL225 UVG
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 4 May 2017 17,921 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 17,280 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 16,843 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 15,746 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2013 15,034 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 13,918 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 13,894 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 13,884 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 13,834 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 13,809 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 13,800 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 13,674 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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L225 UVG is a 1997 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 L225 UVG, 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 L225 UVG registered?

L225 UVG is a 1997 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 10 January 1997.

Is L225 UVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L225 UVG shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L225 UVG have outstanding finance?

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