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H923 HFJ

1998 Yamaha Serow

Blue Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

34,313 mi
Last recorded34,313 miles
Recorded on5 May 2006
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Serow17,789 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH923 HFJ
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2006 34,313 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 34,313 miles

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

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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H923 HFJ is a 1998 Yamaha Serow in Blue with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 H923 HFJ, 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 H923 HFJ registered?

H923 HFJ is a 1998 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is H923 HFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for H923 HFJ shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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