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J841 UNB

1998 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,720 mi
Last recorded31,720 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Serow17,789 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ841 UNB
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2025 31,720 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 31,477 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 31,396 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 31,192 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 30,937 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 30,803 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 30,656 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 30,361 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 29,945 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 29,572 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 29,163 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 28,776 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 28,244 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 27,850 miles

slight lift in rear suspension linkage but not excessive

Pass 23 Jun 2011 26,696 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 25,835 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 25,509 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 24,008 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 21,036 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 20,014 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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J841 UNB is a 1998 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 J841 UNB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J841 UNB registered?

J841 UNB is a 1998 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 12 January 1998.

Is J841 UNB safe to buy?

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