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PL03 JPJ

2003 Yamaha Serow

Blue Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

4,989 mi
Last recorded4,989 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Yamaha Serow22,118 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 JPJ
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2023 4,989 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 4,989 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jul 2021 4,989 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 4,985 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 4,985 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2017 4,972 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 4,972 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 4,934 miles

Rear number plate damaged but legible

Pass 6 Mar 2015 4,934 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 4,934 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 4,934 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 4,934 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 4,934 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

no indictors fitted

Pass 4 Oct 2007 4,125 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 2,977 miles

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

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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PL03 JPJ is a 2003 Yamaha Serow in Blue with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 22,118 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 PL03 JPJ, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha Serow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PL03 JPJ registered?

PL03 JPJ is a 2003 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 9 June 2003.

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