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FTV 771V

1979 Yamaha FS1

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,746 mi
Last recorded7,746 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2020
Typical for 1979 Yamaha FS18,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTV 771V
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 10 Jan 2020 7,746 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 7,581 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 7,371 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 864 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

front tyre cracking on side wall

Pass 28 Apr 2011 11,666 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Oil leak

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 May 2010 9,835 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 9,832 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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FTV 771V is a 1979 Yamaha FS1 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha FS1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 8,912 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 FTV 771V, 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 47 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 FTV 771V registered?

FTV 771V is a 1979 Yamaha FS1, first registered on 11 October 1979.

Is FTV 771V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTV 771V shows 7 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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