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S945 UDB

1998 Yamaha Serow

Green Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,739 mi
Last recorded25,739 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2013
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Serow17,789 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS945 UDB
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2013 25,739 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 23,535 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 20,489 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 18,862 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 18,830 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(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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S945 UDB is a 1998 Yamaha Serow in Green with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S945 UDB, 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 S945 UDB registered?

S945 UDB is a 1998 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 1 December 1998.

Is S945 UDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S945 UDB shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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