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P75 FTT

1997 Yamaha Serow

Multi-colour Petrol 223cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,276 mi
Last recorded28,276 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Serow13,699 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP75 FTT
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine223cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2025 28,276 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2024 26,967 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 24,468 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 22,832 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 22,680 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2019 22,011 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 21,660 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 21,660 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 21,660 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 21,660 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 20,061 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

exhaust centre mounting bolt [above right footpeg] missing.

Pass 19 Mar 2008 19,059 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 19,035 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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P75 FTT is a 1997 Yamaha Serow in Multi-colour with a 223cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 P75 FTT, 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 P75 FTT registered?

P75 FTT is a 1997 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 1 January 1997.

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