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M188 WYD

1995 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 223cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

24,770 mi
Last recorded24,770 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2019
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Serow22,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM188 WYD
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine223cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2019 24,770 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2018 24,637 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 24,542 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 24,316 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 24,150 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 23,986 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 23,746 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 23,196 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 22,997 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 22,905 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 22,363 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 22,192 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 21,888 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2006 20,332 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2006 20,313 miles

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

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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M188 WYD is a 1995 Yamaha Serow in White with a 223cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 M188 WYD, 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 M188 WYD registered?

M188 WYD is a 1995 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 31 December 1995.

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