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X887 BTT

2001 Yamaha Serow

Orange Petrol 223cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

26,670 mi
Last recorded26,670 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha Serow20,010 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX887 BTT
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine223cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 26,670 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Feb 2026 26,670 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 25,534 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2025 25,534 miles

Offside Front Upper Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 25,472 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 25,472 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension arm likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 24,824 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2019 24,824 miles

Central Front Inner Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jun 2018 22,329 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 19,062 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 19,035 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 18,772 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 18,669 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 18,548 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 18,038 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Mar 2011 17,288 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 17,208 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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X887 BTT is a 2001 Yamaha Serow in Orange with a 223cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 20,010 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 X887 BTT, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha Serow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was X887 BTT registered?

X887 BTT is a 2001 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is X887 BTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for X887 BTT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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