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OVA 97R

1977 Yamaha FS1E

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

7,730 mi
Last recorded7,730 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2015
Typical for 1977 Yamaha FS1E14,153 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOVA 97R
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1E
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 Jul 2015 7,730 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

can not test exhaust

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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OVA 97R is a 1977 Yamaha FS1E in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1977 Yamaha FS1E models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 14,153 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 FS1E fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OVA 97R, 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 49 years old, this Yamaha FS1E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OVA 97R registered?

OVA 97R is a 1977 Yamaha FS1E, first registered on 31 March 1977.

Is OVA 97R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OVA 97R shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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