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PDC 965M

1973 Yamaha FS1E

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

22,475 mi
Last recorded22,475 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2017
Typical for 1973 Yamaha FS1E20,547 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDC 965M
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1E
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2017 22,475 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 22,445 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 22,428 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 22,424 miles

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)

Pass 6 May 2014 22,365 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 22,353 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 22,176 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 21,945 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

rear cush drive rubbers showing wear

Pass 24 Aug 2009 21,848 miles

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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PDC 965M is a 1973 Yamaha FS1E in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1973 Yamaha FS1E models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 20,547 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 PDC 965M, 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 53 years old, this Yamaha FS1E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PDC 965M registered?

PDC 965M is a 1973 Yamaha FS1E, first registered on 22 August 1973.

Is PDC 965M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PDC 965M shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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