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E287 JBP

1988 Yamaha FS1E

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

43,890 mi
Last recorded43,890 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FS1E14,766 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE287 JBP
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1E
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 43,890 miles

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 43,828 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2010 43,785 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 43,575 miles

Front Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Feb 2009 43,575 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 42,957 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 42,950 miles

Front Brake lever pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Offside Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear mudguard badly rusted but not affecting wheel rotation or chassis structure

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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E287 JBP is a 1988 Yamaha FS1E in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha FS1E models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 14,766 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 E287 JBP, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha FS1E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E287 JBP registered?

E287 JBP is a 1988 Yamaha FS1E, first registered on 27 June 1988.

Is E287 JBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E287 JBP shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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