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J643 HCB

1998 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2023
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

25,999 mi
Last recorded25,999 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Serow17,789 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ643 HCB
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc
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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2022 25,999 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 25,999 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 28 Jul 2021 25,997 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel excessively corroded (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure swing arm (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 25,999 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 25,999 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 25,999 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 3 Apr 2018 25,999 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2016 25,889 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 25,349 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 23 Feb 2015 25,349 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Lower Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Brake component has been modified. (3.1.5)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 3 May 2014 25,349 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

rear number plate in poor condition

Fail 3 May 2014 25,349 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 12 Jan 2013 25,349 miles

number plate deteriorating,

rear brake worn down

Pass 14 Dec 2011 22,363 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 19,370 miles

handlebars slightly out of alignment

Pass 15 Dec 2009 17,935 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 14 Dec 2009 17,925 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Dec 2008 16,716 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 2 Dec 2008 16,663 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 3 Nov 2007 15,682 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

near side fork leg may be weeping gatter fitted covering stansion

very slight movement on left bar grip (not yet dangerous)

Pass 3 Nov 2007 15,682 miles

near side fork leg may be weeping gatter fitted covering stansion

very slight movement on left bar grip (not yet dangerous)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 15,101 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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J643 HCB is a 1998 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 J643 HCB, 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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J643 HCB is a 1998 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 1 September 1998.

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