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F215 NLW

1988 Yamaha FS1

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

4,768 mi
Last recorded4,768 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2024
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FS115,997 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF215 NLW
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2024 4,768 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 4,768 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2023 4,768 miles

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 4,768 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 4,768 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2021 4,768 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2019 4,768 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 4,768 miles

Wheel fixing missing (single fixing) split pin missing spindle (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 4,738 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 4,709 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 4,619 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 4,524 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 4,255 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 3,975 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 3,438 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 2,342 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 896 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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F215 NLW is a 1988 Yamaha FS1 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 F215 NLW, 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 F215 NLW registered?

F215 NLW is a 1988 Yamaha FS1, first registered on 23 August 1988.

Is F215 NLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F215 NLW shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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