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M156 BCW

1995 Yamaha Serow

Purple Petrol 223cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

31,798 mi
Last recorded31,798 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2017
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Serow22,754 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM156 BCW
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1995
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine223cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2017 31,798 miles

surface cracks on rear tyre side wall

Pass 24 Mar 2016 28,395 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 26,525 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 23,155 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 21,233 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 20,351 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 7,487 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2010 7,279 miles

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 13 Feb 2010 7,279 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 6,305 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 4,352 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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M156 BCW is a 1995 Yamaha Serow in Purple with a 223cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 22,754 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 M156 BCW, 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 31 years old, this Yamaha Serow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M156 BCW registered?

M156 BCW is a 1995 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M156 BCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M156 BCW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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