MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
37,112 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))
front tyre cracked and perished
Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))
Front Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))
front tyre cracked and perished
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre has cracking in tread.
Rear Tyre has cracking in tread.
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Front & rear tyres slightly perished
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
rear tyre slightly perished
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Serow?
Based on 3,899 MOT tests across 399 vehicles.
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J797 RFJ is a 1997 Yamaha Serow in White with a 223cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
Across all 1997 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 13,699 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 J797 RFJ, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Serow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was J797 RFJ registered?
J797 RFJ is a 1997 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 24 March 1997.
Is J797 RFJ safe to buy?
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