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UBJ 917R

1977 Yamaha FS1E

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

33,255 mi
Last recorded33,255 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 1977 Yamaha FS1E14,153 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBJ 917R
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1E
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2018 33,255 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 33,255 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 33,254 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 33,254 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 33,254 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 33,249 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 33,199 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 33,198 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2012 33,198 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2011 33,112 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 33,101 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 33,099 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 33,096 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 33,091 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2005 33,078 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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UBJ 917R is a 1977 Yamaha FS1E in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 UBJ 917R, 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 UBJ 917R registered?

UBJ 917R is a 1977 Yamaha FS1E, first registered on 7 May 1977.

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The MOT history for UBJ 917R shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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