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E488 JAS

1987 Yamaha FS1

Bronze Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

5,704 mi
Last recorded5,704 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FS117,379 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE488 JAS
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1
Year1987
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 5,704 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2025 5,703 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket excessively worn weak (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 5,457 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 5,293 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 5,100 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2012 4,951 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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E488 JAS is a 1987 Yamaha FS1 in Bronze with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 E488 JAS, 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 E488 JAS registered?

E488 JAS is a 1987 Yamaha FS1, first registered on 16 November 1987.

Is E488 JAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E488 JAS shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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