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L855 HKO

2003 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 224cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

20,305 mi
Last recorded20,305 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha Serow22,118 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL855 HKO
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine224cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 20,305 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 20,287 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 19,779 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 19,288 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2014 19,194 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 28 Dec 2013 19,116 miles

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

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

aluminium brake line ends

Pass 18 Feb 2012 18,377 miles

alloy brake hose fittings not recommended for road use

various drive chain links siezed

Pass 12 Feb 2011 17,809 miles

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

alloy front brake hose fittings not recommended for road use

Pass 27 Feb 2010 15,565 miles

alloy front brake hose fittings not recommended for road use

various cuts in rear tyre tread blocks but not exposing ply or cord

Fail 7 Jan 2010 15,521 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

alloy brake hose fittings not recommended for road use

Pass 2 Jan 2008 15,402 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 13,929 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2006 13,918 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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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L855 HKO is a 2003 Yamaha Serow in White with a 224cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 22,118 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 L855 HKO, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha Serow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L855 HKO registered?

L855 HKO is a 2003 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is L855 HKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for L855 HKO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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