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E821 XYC

1988 Yamaha FS1

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,880 mi
Last recorded31,880 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2015
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FS115,997 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE821 XYC
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2015 31,880 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 31,274 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 27,309 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 26,864 miles

rear wheel lateral run out 2.5mm!

Fail 11 Aug 2006 26,863 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i)) DANGEROUS

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

rear light lens screw missing!

rear wheel lateral run out 2.5mm!

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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E821 XYC is a 1988 Yamaha FS1 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E821 XYC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E821 XYC registered?

E821 XYC is a 1988 Yamaha FS1, first registered on 21 March 1988.

Is E821 XYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E821 XYC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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