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M980 DCL

1995 Yamaha Serrow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

22,668 mi
Last recorded22,668 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Serrow12,632 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM980 DCL
MakeYamaha
ModelSerrow
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 22,668 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 18,692 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 16,435 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 16,418 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 16,393 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 8 Mar 2018 16,393 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 8 Feb 2017 16,385 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 16,231 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 15,618 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 14,606 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 13,815 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 13,182 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 12,417 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 11,988 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 11,450 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 11,317 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 10,869 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 10,869 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2006 10,869 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Offside Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Serrow?

Based on 1,397 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
420
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 5
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 5
Direction indicator not working 5
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M980 DCL is a 1995 Yamaha Serrow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha Serrow models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 12,632 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Serrow fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M980 DCL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Serrow typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 31 years old, this Yamaha Serrow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M980 DCL registered?

M980 DCL is a 1995 Yamaha Serrow, first registered on 1 January 1995.

Is M980 DCL safe to buy?

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