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M521 UTF

2009 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,683 mi
Last recorded12,683 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2015
Typical for 2009 Yamaha Serow12,683 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM521 UTF
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 19 Mar 2015 12,683 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2014 12,683 miles

both tyres starting to split but not to the cords

Pass 7 Nov 2013 12,683 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 12,683 miles

front brake lever almost at its reserve travel

Fail 24 Oct 2012 12,683 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

front brake lever almost at its reserve travel

Pass 16 Nov 2011 12,683 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 12,082 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 11,530 miles

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

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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M521 UTF is a 2009 Yamaha Serow in White with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 12,683 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 M521 UTF, 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 17 years old, this Yamaha Serow is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was M521 UTF registered?

M521 UTF is a 2009 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 23 October 2009.

Is M521 UTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M521 UTF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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