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R828 XSW

1998 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 223cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,969 mi
Last recorded21,969 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Serow17,789 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR828 XSW
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine223cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2024 21,969 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 20,887 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 19,837 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 17,789 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2019 13,983 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 13,983 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail Adjusted one notch (6.1.7 (k) (ii))

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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R828 XSW is a 1998 Yamaha Serow in White with a 223cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R828 XSW, 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 R828 XSW registered?

R828 XSW is a 1998 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 1 May 1998.

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The MOT history for R828 XSW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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