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G103 LWX

1990 Yamaha FS1

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2017
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

40,102 mi
Last recorded40,102 miles
Recorded on9 May 2016
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FS117,932 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG103 LWX
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2016 40,102 miles

throttle cable poorly routed

Fail 9 May 2016 40,102 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride rear brake arm (6.2.1h)

throttle cable poorly routed

Pass 13 Dec 2014 39,521 miles

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

Fail 13 Dec 2014 39,521 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2013 38,401 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

exhaust poorly mounted

Fail 29 Aug 2013 38,397 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 36,847 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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G103 LWX is a 1990 Yamaha FS1 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha FS1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 17,932 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 G103 LWX, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha FS1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G103 LWX registered?

G103 LWX is a 1990 Yamaha FS1, first registered on 17 January 1990.

Is G103 LWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for G103 LWX shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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