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M475 VBR

2002 Yamaha Serow

Orange Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,010 mi
Last recorded32,010 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha Serow18,648 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM475 VBR
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year2002
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2026 32,010 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 31,643 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 31,458 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 30,920 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 30,642 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 30,342 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively Shock linkage. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 30,110 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 30,092 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 29,420 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 29,027 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play lower shock linkage (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 Apr 2015 29,011 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 28,495 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 27,536 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 25,311 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 23,752 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 22,928 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 21,598 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 19,740 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 18,140 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2005 17,643 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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M475 VBR is a 2002 Yamaha Serow in Orange with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 M475 VBR, 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 M475 VBR registered?

M475 VBR is a 2002 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 6 November 2002.

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