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M447 DEX

1998 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

23,860 mi
Last recorded23,860 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Serow17,789 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM447 DEX
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 23,860 miles

oil leake

Fail 11 May 2026 23,846 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

oil leake

Pass 30 Apr 2025 22,820 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 May 2024 22,247 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 21,273 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 21,120 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 21,023 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 20,742 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 19,388 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 19,118 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 18,950 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 18,751 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 18,180 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 17,323 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 16,239 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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M447 DEX is a 1998 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 M447 DEX, 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 M447 DEX registered?

M447 DEX is a 1998 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 2 March 1998.

Is M447 DEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M447 DEX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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