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M487 UKO

1999 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

5,575 mi
Last recorded5,575 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2024
Typical for 1999 Yamaha Serow19,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM487 UKO
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2024 5,575 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 5,460 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2023 5,460 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 May 2022 5,460 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 5,355 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 5,047 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 5,038 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 4,509 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 3,932 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 3,929 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 3,926 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 3,899 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 3,843 miles

Indicator switch does not operate the direction indicators on the side selected (1.5.4)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 3,843 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 3,795 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 13 Jul 2011 3,795 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 3,540 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 2,881 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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M487 UKO is a 1999 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M487 UKO, 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 M487 UKO registered?

M487 UKO is a 1999 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 5 October 1999.

Is M487 UKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M487 UKO shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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