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M479 XHC

2001 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,865 mi
Last recorded15,865 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2007
Typical for 2001 Yamaha Serow20,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM479 XHC
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2007 15,865 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 15,865 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 May 2006 14,623 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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M479 XHC is a 2001 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 20,010 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 M479 XHC, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha Serow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M479 XHC registered?

M479 XHC is a 2001 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 2 May 2001.

Is M479 XHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M479 XHC shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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