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E708 HRE

1987 Yamaha FS1

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,225 mi
Last recorded37,225 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FS117,379 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE708 HRE
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 37,225 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 37,211 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2023 37,151 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 36,735 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 36,166 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 35,555 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 35,265 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2019 35,265 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 34,689 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2018 34,689 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Sep 2017 34,097 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 32,854 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 5 Sep 2016 32,854 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp all (1.5.1c)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released with lights on (1.3.1e)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 32,113 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 31,632 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 31,019 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 30,437 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 29,806 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 28,855 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 28,622 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 27,414 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 25,707 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 24,126 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 22,219 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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E708 HRE is a 1987 Yamaha FS1 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 E708 HRE, 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 E708 HRE registered?

E708 HRE is a 1987 Yamaha FS1, first registered on 7 October 1987.

Is E708 HRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E708 HRE shows 24 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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