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E986 FWV

1988 Yamaha FS1

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,758 mi
Last recorded9,758 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2020
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FS115,997 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE986 FWV
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1
Year1988
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Sep 2020 9,758 miles

Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Oct 2017 9,669 miles

Rear tyre perishing.

Slight play in tank fairing at front.

Pass 9 Jun 2016 9,497 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 9,496 miles

Front Fairings so located that it is likely to impede the steering FOULING TANK (2.1.2e)

Motorcycle structure excessively distorted (6.1.1a)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 9,418 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 14 Nov 2008 15,613 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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E986 FWV is a 1988 Yamaha FS1 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 E986 FWV, 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 E986 FWV registered?

E986 FWV is a 1988 Yamaha FS1, first registered on 22 June 1988.

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The MOT history for E986 FWV shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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