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FMG 899V

1980 Yamaha FS1

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2014
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,768 mi
Last recorded87,768 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2013
Typical for 1980 Yamaha FS120,112 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMG 899V
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1
Year1980
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 21 Sep 2013 87,768 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 87,606 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 87,482 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 86,988 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 86,636 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2008 83,747 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 81,341 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 77,843 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 74,686 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

rear number plate dirty and taped inbetween numbers

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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FMG 899V is a 1980 Yamaha FS1 in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha FS1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 20,112 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 FMG 899V, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha FS1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FMG 899V registered?

FMG 899V is a 1980 Yamaha FS1, first registered on 1 July 1980.

Is FMG 899V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMG 899V shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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