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E491 JEF

1987 Yamaha FS1E

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2025
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

4,187 mi
Last recorded4,187 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2024
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FS1E16,684 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE491 JEF
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1E
Year1987
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2024 4,187 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 3,476 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 2,722 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 1,604 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 18,104 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 17,137 miles

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 27 Sep 2010 17,137 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 16,164 miles

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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E491 JEF is a 1987 Yamaha FS1E in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha FS1E models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 16,684 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E491 JEF, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha FS1E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E491 JEF registered?

E491 JEF is a 1987 Yamaha FS1E, first registered on 7 September 1987.

Is E491 JEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E491 JEF 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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