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P167 TVF

1997 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,692 mi
Last recorded9,692 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Serow13,699 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP167 TVF
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2017 9,692 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 9,691 miles

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied repaired (3.1.3c)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 9,321 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 8,785 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 8,101 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 8,044 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 May 2011 7,702 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 7,529 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 7,255 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 5,253 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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P167 TVF is a 1997 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 13,699 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 P167 TVF, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Serow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P167 TVF registered?

P167 TVF is a 1997 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 4 June 1997.

Is P167 TVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P167 TVF shows 10 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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