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D278 WHJ

1987 Yamaha FS1

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

19,752 mi
Last recorded19,752 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FS117,379 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD278 WHJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 19,752 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 19,739 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 19,730 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 19,721 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 19,551 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 19,462 miles

Steering linkage ball joint worn, but not excessively (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2020 19,442 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 19,321 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 19,160 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 19,110 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 18,851 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 18,755 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 18,616 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 18,286 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 5 Mar 2013 10,449 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 17,939 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 17,683 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 17,674 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 17,643 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 17,585 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Nov 2006 17,378 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 17,132 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FS1?

Based on 3,134 MOT tests across 739 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
117
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
739
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 54
Direction indicators not working 33
Horn not working 33
Direction indicator not working 27
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 26
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D278 WHJ is a 1987 Yamaha FS1 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha FS1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 17,379 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FS1 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 54 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D278 WHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FS1 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 39 years old, this Yamaha FS1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D278 WHJ registered?

D278 WHJ is a 1987 Yamaha FS1, first registered on 7 July 1987.

Is D278 WHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for D278 WHJ shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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