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TAT 896R

1977 Yamaha FS1E

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,121 mi
Last recorded32,121 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 1977 Yamaha FS1E14,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAT 896R
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1E
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 32,121 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 31,952 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 27 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 31,194 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 30,777 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 30,103 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 29,258 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 28,724 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 27,779 miles

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 27,779 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 10,832 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2006 10,828 miles

Nearside Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Centre Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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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TAT 896R is a 1977 Yamaha FS1E in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 TAT 896R, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TAT 896R registered?

TAT 896R is a 1977 Yamaha FS1E, first registered on 13 April 1977.

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The MOT history for TAT 896R shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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