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D914 RYD

1998 Yamaha Serow

Red Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,857 mi
Last recorded13,857 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Serow17,789 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD914 RYD
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 May 2019 13,857 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2018 12,616 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2017 11,888 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 10,840 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 10,788 miles

Offside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Centre Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 10,159 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 9,641 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 9,020 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 8,716 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 7,781 miles

Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 6,316 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 6,290 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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D914 RYD is a 1998 Yamaha Serow in Red with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 17,789 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 D914 RYD, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha Serow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D914 RYD registered?

D914 RYD is a 1998 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 1 July 1998.

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