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R819 UOD

1998 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

1,999 mi
Last recorded1,999 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Serow17,789 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR819 UOD
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 1,999 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 1,999 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 1,999 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 1,999 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 30 Mar 2013 1,999 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2011 1,999 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 19,998 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 1,999 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 1,999 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Dec 2008 1,999 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2007 1,999 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front tyre perished.

Pass 29 Nov 2006 1,999 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

perish marks on side walls of rear tyre

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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R819 UOD is a 1998 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 R819 UOD, 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.

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What year was R819 UOD registered?

R819 UOD is a 1998 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 1 January 1998.

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