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D257 XAU

1987 Yamaha FS1E

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2024
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

21,834 mi
Last recorded21,834 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2023
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FS1E16,684 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD257 XAU
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1E
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2023 21,834 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2023 21,834 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 May 2022 21,802 miles
Fail 26 May 2022 21,802 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 21,790 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 21,774 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 21,756 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 20,691 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2010 21,251 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2010 21,251 miles

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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D257 XAU is a 1987 Yamaha FS1E in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha FS1E models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 16,684 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 FS1E fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D257 XAU, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha FS1E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D257 XAU registered?

D257 XAU is a 1987 Yamaha FS1E, first registered on 23 June 1987.

Is D257 XAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D257 XAU shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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