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YG05 BGB

2005 Yamaha Serow

Gold Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,244 mi
Last recorded24,244 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Serow12,611 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG05 BGB
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2026 24,244 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 23,009 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 22,988 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 22,987 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 22,984 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 22,938 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 22,759 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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YG05 BGB is a 2005 Yamaha Serow in Gold with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 12,611 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 YG05 BGB, 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 21 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 YG05 BGB registered?

YG05 BGB is a 2005 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is YG05 BGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG05 BGB shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YG05 BGB have outstanding finance?

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