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BWS 780S

1978 Yamaha FS1E

Yellow Petrol 48cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

11,106 mi
Last recorded11,106 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2005
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWS 780S
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1E
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine48cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2005 11,106 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2005 11,092 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha FS1E?

Based on 2,713 MOT tests across 559 vehicles.

87.0%
Pass Rate
82
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
559
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 23
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 21
Horn not working 19
Direction indicators not working 17
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BWS 780S is a 1978 Yamaha FS1E in Yellow with a 48cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Yamaha FS1E fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BWS 780S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FS1E typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 48 years old, this Yamaha FS1E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BWS 780S registered?

BWS 780S is a 1978 Yamaha FS1E, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is BWS 780S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWS 780S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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