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RY08 VVH

2008 Yamaha Serow

Green Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,848 mi
Last recorded29,848 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Serow12,046 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY08 VVH
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 29,848 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 29,177 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2024 27,934 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2024 27,934 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2022 24,932 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 23,475 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 23,330 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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RY08 VVH is a 2008 Yamaha Serow in Green with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.8% with a typical mileage of 12,046 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 RY08 VVH, 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 18 years old, this Yamaha Serow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RY08 VVH registered?

RY08 VVH is a 2008 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is RY08 VVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY08 VVH shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RY08 VVH have outstanding finance?

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