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WA53 YBR

2004 Yamaha Serow

Blue Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

23,969 mi
Last recorded23,969 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Yamaha Serow22,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 YBR
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 23,969 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2025 23,920 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2023 23,887 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 23,861 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 23,820 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 23,797 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 23,527 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 22,702 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 22,581 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 21,939 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 21,298 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 20,044 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2013 20,044 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 18,631 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 18,488 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 17,510 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 16,767 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Jun 2008 14,977 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 12,497 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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WA53 YBR is a 2004 Yamaha Serow in Blue with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 22,702 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 WA53 YBR, 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 22 years old, this Yamaha Serow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WA53 YBR registered?

WA53 YBR is a 2004 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 1 January 2004.

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