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N209 PVL

1996 Yamaha Serow

Maroon Petrol 223cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2024
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,332 mi
Last recorded33,332 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2023
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Serow22,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN209 PVL
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine223cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2023 33,332 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 33,257 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 33,132 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 32,732 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 32,101 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 31,131 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 30,553 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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N209 PVL is a 1996 Yamaha Serow in Maroon with a 223cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 22,954 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 N209 PVL, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha Serow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N209 PVL registered?

N209 PVL is a 1996 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is N209 PVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N209 PVL shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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