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M553 NEL

2002 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

4,576 mi
Last recorded4,576 miles
Recorded on15 May 2019
Typical for 2002 Yamaha Serow18,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM553 NEL
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2019 4,576 miles

rear brake disc slightly pitted

Fail 7 May 2019 4,570 miles

Rear Direction indicator missing both (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

rear brake disc slightly pitted

Pass 21 Feb 2015 4,493 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 4,071 miles

front tyre has slight perishing

Pass 13 May 2010 4,026 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 3,880 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 1,762 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 253 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2006 19,637 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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M553 NEL is a 2002 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 M553 NEL, 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 M553 NEL registered?

M553 NEL is a 2002 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 24 April 2002.

Is M553 NEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M553 NEL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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