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P742 CRN

2009 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

4,189 mi
Last recorded4,189 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2024
Typical for 2009 Yamaha Serow12,683 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP742 CRN
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2024 4,189 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 3,817 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2023 3,817 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 3,027 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

headlight image mask/converter fitted

Pass 25 Jun 2020 2,681 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 2,645 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 2,600 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 2,443 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 2,208 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 1,922 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 1,718 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 1,386 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 145 miles

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 145 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 18,394 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 18,394 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 23 May 2009 17,914 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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P742 CRN is a 2009 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 P742 CRN, 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 P742 CRN registered?

P742 CRN is a 2009 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 7 July 2009.

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