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N576 JBK

1996 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 224cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

39,136 mi
Last recorded39,136 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Serow22,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN576 JBK
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine224cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 39,136 miles
Fail 2 May 2026 39,133 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Shock linkage system. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

slight oil leak.

Pass 2 May 2025 39,015 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 38,384 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 May 2023 38,080 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 37,858 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 37,371 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 36,404 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 35,814 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 35,747 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 35,427 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 34,650 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 33,200 miles

Number plate may not meet RTA requirements

Pass 26 Oct 2007 3,200 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 29,497 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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N576 JBK is a 1996 Yamaha Serow in White with a 224cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 N576 JBK, 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 N576 JBK registered?

N576 JBK is a 1996 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N576 JBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N576 JBK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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