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H48 CMW

1998 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,813 mi
Last recorded40,813 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2020
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Serow17,789 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH48 CMW
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2020 40,813 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2015 40,514 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 19 May 2012 39,790 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 39,761 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2007 37,804 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2007 37,804 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 34,202 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 34,202 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front master cylinder loose on bar

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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H48 CMW is a 1998 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 H48 CMW, 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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H48 CMW is a 1998 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 1 November 1998.

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