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M487 VPT

2002 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,288 mi
Last recorded8,288 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2009
Typical for 2002 Yamaha Serow18,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM487 VPT
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2009 8,288 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2008 8,288 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2007 7,346 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2007 7,346 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Oct 2006 7,270 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2005 6,085 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 VPT is a 2002 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 VPT, 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 M487 VPT registered?

M487 VPT is a 2002 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 14 October 2002.

Is M487 VPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M487 VPT shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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