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S132 WEX

1998 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

5,399 mi
Last recorded5,399 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Serow17,789 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS132 WEX
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 5,399 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn unevenly (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Apr 2026 5,399 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn unevenly (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 May 2025 5,273 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 5,118 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 4,859 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2018 4,235 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 3,776 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 3,362 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 3,281 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 3,191 miles

Rear no.plate.

Pass 21 Aug 2013 3,045 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 3,042 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 2,998 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 2,853 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 2,736 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 2,589 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 2,466 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 2,361 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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S132 WEX is a 1998 Yamaha Serow in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S132 WEX, 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 S132 WEX registered?

S132 WEX is a 1998 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is S132 WEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S132 WEX shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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