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F987 DEX

1989 Yamaha FS1E

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

1,833 mi
Last recorded1,833 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FS1E17,693 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF987 DEX
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1E
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 1,833 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 1,832 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 1,778 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 1,514 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 1,350 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 1,244 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 1,185 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 1,116 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 889 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 683 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 590 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 420 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 300 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 159 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 10 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 18,938 miles

Centre Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 22 May 2008 18,938 miles

Centre Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Centre Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Centre Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Centre Rear Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Centre Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Centre Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Sep 2005 18,858 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

battery low charge

Fail 8 Sep 2005 18,858 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

battery low charge

How Reliable is the Yamaha FS1E?

Based on 2,713 MOT tests across 559 vehicles.

87.0%
Pass Rate
82
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
559
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 23
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 21
Horn not working 19
Direction indicators not working 17
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F987 DEX is a 1989 Yamaha FS1E in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha FS1E models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 17,693 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FS1E fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F987 DEX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FS1E typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha FS1E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F987 DEX registered?

F987 DEX is a 1989 Yamaha FS1E, first registered on 16 May 1989.

Is F987 DEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F987 DEX shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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