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E953 FRA

1987 Yamaha FS1

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

20,917 mi
Last recorded20,917 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2018
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FS117,379 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE953 FRA
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2018 20,917 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 20,913 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 20,869 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 27 Jan 2016 20,868 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 19 Jan 2015 20,818 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 20,818 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 19,498 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 19,471 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 13 May 2010 19,471 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 19,336 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 18,819 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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E953 FRA is a 1987 Yamaha FS1 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 E953 FRA, 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 E953 FRA registered?

E953 FRA is a 1987 Yamaha FS1, first registered on 25 August 1987.

Is E953 FRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E953 FRA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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