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E489 DBM

1988 Yamaha FS1

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

25,280 mi
Last recorded25,280 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2022
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FS115,997 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE489 DBM
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2022 25,280 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 25,168 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 25,089 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2020 25,066 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (5.2.2 (d))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2019 24,823 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 24,553 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (7.7 (c) (i))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front forks (5.3.2 (b))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

steering bearings slightly notchy

Pass 19 Aug 2017 23,983 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 17,545 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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E489 DBM is a 1988 Yamaha FS1 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha FS1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 15,997 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 E489 DBM, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha FS1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E489 DBM registered?

E489 DBM is a 1988 Yamaha FS1, first registered on 25 March 1988.

Is E489 DBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E489 DBM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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