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VJY 133V

1979 Yamaha FS1E

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,171 mi
Last recorded25,171 miles
Recorded on17 May 2018
Typical for 1979 Yamaha FS1E16,102 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJY 133V
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1E
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2018 25,171 miles

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 May 2017 24,515 miles

Front Tyre side wall show signs of perishing.

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low Needs a top up (3.2.B1d)

Offside Rear Rear Brake Squeals on Roller Brake Test.

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 17 May 2017 24,514 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly Feels like frayed Cable (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre side wall show signs of perishing.

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low Needs a top up (3.2.B1d)

Offside Rear Rear Brake Squeals on Roller Brake Test.

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 23,930 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly tight needs to be backed off (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low needs topping up no leaks (3.2.B1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 23,575 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 23,474 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 23,171 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

indicators removed

Fail 25 Sep 2012 23,171 miles

Front wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

indicators removed

slight variation in engine speed on lock to lock

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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VJY 133V is a 1979 Yamaha FS1E in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha FS1E models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 16,102 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 VJY 133V, 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 47 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 VJY 133V registered?

VJY 133V is a 1979 Yamaha FS1E, first registered on 11 December 1979.

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