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F108 HSA

1988 Yamaha FS1

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

21,830 mi
Last recorded21,830 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2024
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FS115,997 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF108 HSA
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1
Year1988
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2024 21,830 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 21,134 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 21,005 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 20,961 miles

All direction indicators light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2014 20,929 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 20,879 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2013 20,878 miles

Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2012 20,471 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 11 Jan 2012 20,471 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Fail 5 Jan 2011 20,305 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2011 20,305 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 7 Dec 2009 20,187 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 20,187 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2008 20,040 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 19,919 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 19,776 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 1 Nov 2005 19,275 miles

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

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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F108 HSA is a 1988 Yamaha FS1 in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 F108 HSA, 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 F108 HSA registered?

F108 HSA is a 1988 Yamaha FS1, first registered on 2 November 1988.

Is F108 HSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F108 HSA shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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