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G876 NVF

1998 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2021
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,035 mi
Last recorded30,035 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2020
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Serow17,789 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG876 NVF
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 1 Sep 2020 30,035 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 6,533 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 2,852 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 22,162 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 21,939 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 May 2015 20,580 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 20,278 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 20,001 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 19,458 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2008 18,171 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 16,218 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 14,878 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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G876 NVF is a 1998 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 G876 NVF, 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 G876 NVF registered?

G876 NVF is a 1998 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 1 October 1998.

Is G876 NVF safe to buy?

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