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R481 FCV

1998 Yamaha Bws

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2021
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

7,243 mi
Last recorded7,243 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR481 FCV
MakeYamaha
ModelBws
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2020 7,243 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 11,674 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2019 11,674 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 4,848 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 4,848 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Sep 2016 879 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 879 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 21 Jul 2005 874 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Bws?

Based on 1,850 MOT tests across 328 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
1,120
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
328
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 10
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R481 FCV is a 1998 Yamaha Bws in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

The most common reason a Yamaha Bws fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R481 FCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Bws typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Bws is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R481 FCV registered?

R481 FCV is a 1998 Yamaha Bws, first registered on 5 March 1998.

Is R481 FCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R481 FCV shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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