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G498 NUX

2000 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,600 mi
Last recorded16,600 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2011
Typical for 2000 Yamaha Serow15,915 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG498 NUX
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Fail 23 Sep 2011 16,600 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 16,600 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 15,674 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 14,872 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 14,012 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 13,791 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 13,405 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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G498 NUX is a 2000 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 15,915 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 G498 NUX, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha Serow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G498 NUX registered?

G498 NUX is a 2000 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 13 October 2000.

Is G498 NUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for G498 NUX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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