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V435 FAW

2002 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

10,015 mi
Last recorded10,015 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2018
Typical for 2002 Yamaha Serow18,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV435 FAW
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2018 10,015 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2018 10,015 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 9,937 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 9,937 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 9,841 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 9,817 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 9,604 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 9,565 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 9,501 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 9,433 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Jul 2008 9,223 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 8,823 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 8,295 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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V435 FAW is a 2002 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 18,648 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 V435 FAW, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha Serow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V435 FAW registered?

V435 FAW is a 2002 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 25 October 2002.

Is V435 FAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V435 FAW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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