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P227 PCL

1996 Yamaha Serrow

Blue Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,623 mi
Last recorded24,623 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Serrow23,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP227 PCL
MakeYamaha
ModelSerrow
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc
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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 10 Oct 2025 24,623 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 24,168 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 22,830 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 21,982 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 20,837 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 19,393 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 18,596 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 17,398 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 16,507 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 15,496 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 14,708 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Apr 2013 13,478 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Apr 2012 12,069 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 10,811 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 9,397 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 8,588 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Apr 2008 6,906 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 6,213 miles

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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P227 PCL is a 1996 Yamaha Serrow in Blue with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Serrow models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 23,328 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 P227 PCL, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha Serrow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P227 PCL registered?

P227 PCL is a 1996 Yamaha Serrow, first registered on 19 September 1996.

Is P227 PCL safe to buy?

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