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L705 RYD

1999 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,498 mi
Last recorded25,498 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha Serow19,999 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL705 RYD
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 25,498 miles

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

indicators misaligned by still work as intended

plastic damaged by n/s handle bar

Pass 2 Sep 2024 23,891 miles

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 23,017 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2023 23,017 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2016 22,367 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 22,195 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2014 22,189 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings are excessively tight (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

nearside fork gaiter split

Pass 5 Oct 2013 22,143 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 3 May 2012 21,897 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 May 2012 21,897 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 21,869 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 21,048 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 21,017 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Nov 2007 19,908 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 19,525 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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L705 RYD is a 1999 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 19,999 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 L705 RYD, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha Serow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L705 RYD registered?

L705 RYD is a 1999 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 26 March 1999.

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