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E123 LER

1987 Yamaha FS1

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,805 mi
Last recorded21,805 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FS117,379 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE123 LER
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2024 21,805 miles

Throttle cable chafed

Fail 19 Jul 2024 21,805 miles

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Throttle cable chafed

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 21,741 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Slight age cracking in tyre tread (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 21,704 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 21,671 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 21,643 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2019 21,643 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2018 21,582 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 21,531 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 21,476 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 21,438 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 21,364 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 21,344 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 21,212 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 20,840 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 20,840 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Jan 2010 20,626 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 20,317 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 20,025 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2006 19,742 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2005 19,377 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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E123 LER is a 1987 Yamaha FS1 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 E123 LER, 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 E123 LER registered?

E123 LER is a 1987 Yamaha FS1, first registered on 25 August 1987.

Is E123 LER safe to buy?

The MOT history for E123 LER shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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