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V166 UUA

1999 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

37,052 mi
Last recorded37,052 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2021
Typical for 1999 Yamaha Serow19,999 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV166 UUA
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2021 37,052 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 36,828 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 36,828 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 56,482 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 56,482 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 36,044 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 35,383 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 32,937 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 29,214 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 25,273 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 20,269 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 15,113 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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V166 UUA is a 1999 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 19,999 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 V166 UUA, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha Serow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V166 UUA registered?

V166 UUA is a 1999 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 10 November 1999.

Is V166 UUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V166 UUA shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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