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L706 RYD

1999 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

18,589 mi
Last recorded18,589 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2020
Typical for 1999 Yamaha Serow19,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL706 RYD
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2020 18,589 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 18,568 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 18,262 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 17,961 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 17,746 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 17,077 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 16,228 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 15,736 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 15,736 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 11 May 2011 15,174 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 14,680 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 14,343 miles
Fail 16 May 2009 14,343 miles

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 1 May 2008 13,954 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 13,954 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 13,847 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2006 13,627 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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L706 RYD is a 1999 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 L706 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 L706 RYD registered?

L706 RYD is a 1999 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 26 March 1999.

Is L706 RYD safe to buy?

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