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J126 TRP

1998 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

15,662 mi
Last recorded15,662 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Serow17,789 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ126 TRP
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2024 15,662 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 15,619 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 15,286 miles

Front tyre cracking

Pass 23 Mar 2021 14,806 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 14,590 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 14,190 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 13,540 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 12,721 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 12,721 miles

Wheel spoke excessively loose rearx3 (4.2.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 12,368 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 12,001 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 12,001 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 19 Apr 2008 11,617 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 10,890 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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J126 TRP is a 1998 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 J126 TRP, 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 J126 TRP registered?

J126 TRP is a 1998 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 12 November 1998.

Is J126 TRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J126 TRP shows 14 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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