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G288 FVT

1996 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

54,779 mi
Last recorded54,779 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2024
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Serow22,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG288 FVT
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2024 54,779 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 28 Nov 2024 54,779 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear reflector missing replace (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 54,764 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2023 54,764 miles

Drive chain excessively loose adjust (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 May 2022 54,690 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 54,682 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 54,227 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 53,570 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play slight lift detected at rear swing arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 8 Sep 2017 53,570 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play slight lift detected at rear swing arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 Oct 2014 53,422 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 51,002 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Feb 2012 48,583 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2011 45,643 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Feb 2010 43,724 miles

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

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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G288 FVT is a 1996 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 22,954 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 G288 FVT, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha Serow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G288 FVT registered?

G288 FVT is a 1996 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is G288 FVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G288 FVT shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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