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H144 DMY

1999 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

30,957 mi
Last recorded30,957 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha Serow19,999 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH144 DMY
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc
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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 30,957 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 23 May 2024 30,476 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 30,076 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 29,694 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 29,480 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 28,836 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 28,387 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 28,121 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

slight cracking across rear tyre tread

Pass 20 May 2016 27,436 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 26,816 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 26,347 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 25,896 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 25,896 miles

Brake linkage excessively damaged (3.2.A1c)

Pass 24 May 2012 25,670 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 25,396 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 25,154 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 24,902 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 26 May 2009 24,902 miles

Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 May 2008 24,694 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 24,321 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 May 2006 23,677 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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H144 DMY is a 1999 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 19,999 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 H144 DMY, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha Serow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H144 DMY registered?

H144 DMY is a 1999 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 28 April 1999.

Is H144 DMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for H144 DMY shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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