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M272 TVM

2002 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,565 mi
Last recorded23,565 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha Serow18,648 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM272 TVM
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2026 23,565 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 23,565 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Indicators not fitted at time of test. (Trail bike).

Pass 14 Dec 2023 23,328 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 23,132 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 22,059 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 21,653 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 20,797 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 20,135 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 19,901 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 19,374 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 18,832 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Jan 2007 14,629 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 14,357 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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M272 TVM is a 2002 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 18,648 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 M272 TVM, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha Serow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M272 TVM registered?

M272 TVM is a 2002 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 16 October 2002.

Is M272 TVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M272 TVM shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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