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N239 SDL

1998 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,336 mi
Last recorded20,336 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Serow17,789 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN239 SDL
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 23 Sep 2025 20,336 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 20,184 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 20,059 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 19,670 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 19,604 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 19,575 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 19,337 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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N239 SDL is a 1998 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 N239 SDL, 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

How do I check the history of N239 SDL?

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What year was N239 SDL registered?

N239 SDL is a 1998 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 10 October 1998.

Is N239 SDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N239 SDL shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N239 SDL have outstanding finance?

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