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L916 XHW

1999 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,913 mi
Last recorded15,913 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2012
Typical for 1999 Yamaha Serow19,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL916 XHW
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2012 15,913 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 14,192 miles

Front and rear tyres slightly incorrectly seated on rim.

Fail 23 Aug 2011 14,192 miles

Rear Wheel spoke missing (4.2.1b)

Front and rear tyres slightly incorrectly seated on rim.

Pass 10 Aug 2010 12,078 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 19,999 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 19,777 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 18,898 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 18,898 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

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

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

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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L916 XHW is a 1999 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 L916 XHW, 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 L916 XHW registered?

L916 XHW is a 1999 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 1 June 1999.

Is L916 XHW safe to buy?

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