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J511 TEC

1992 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

17,015 mi
Last recorded17,015 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Serow14,780 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ511 TEC
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 17,015 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 16,385 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 16,118 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 16,117 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 15,912 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 15,912 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2020 15,518 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 15,090 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 15,085 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 15,013 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 14,586 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 14,567 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 14,404 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 14,263 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 14,199 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 13,581 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 13,079 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 12,972 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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J511 TEC is a 1992 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 14,780 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 J511 TEC, 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 34 years old, this Yamaha Serow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J511 TEC registered?

J511 TEC is a 1992 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is J511 TEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J511 TEC shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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