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WJ51 DWU

2002 Yamaha Serow

Green Petrol 224cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

38,938 mi
Last recorded38,938 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha Serow18,648 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ51 DWU
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine224cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 38,938 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 38,137 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2023 38,097 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 38,047 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 37,970 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 35,055 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 32,424 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 29,907 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 28,059 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 24,899 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 22,684 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2013 20,092 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2013 17,437 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Jan 2013 17,437 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 14,200 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 10,860 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 7,645 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2009 5,776 miles

Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 31 Jan 2009 5,776 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 5,537 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 5,160 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 5,160 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 4,984 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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WJ51 DWU is a 2002 Yamaha Serow in Green with a 224cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 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 WJ51 DWU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WJ51 DWU registered?

WJ51 DWU is a 2002 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is WJ51 DWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ51 DWU shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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