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F501 MRA

1989 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

17,762 mi
Last recorded17,762 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF501 MRA
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 17,762 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 17,564 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 16,486 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 14 May 2015 16,486 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 16,484 miles

Headstock beraing are slightly notchy and will require attention

Pass 13 Sep 2012 16,410 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 16,410 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 16,046 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 16,024 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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F501 MRA is a 1989 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 F501 MRA, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha Serow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F501 MRA registered?

F501 MRA is a 1989 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F501 MRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F501 MRA shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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