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WGT 653R

1977 Yamaha FS1E

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

4,529 mi
Last recorded4,529 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2017
Typical for 1977 Yamaha FS1E14,153 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGT 653R
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1E
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2017 4,529 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 4,442 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 4,325 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 3,214 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

No indicators fitted at time of test

Fail 8 Sep 2012 3,214 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

No indicators fitted at time of test

Pass 20 Jul 2011 2,145 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 1,333 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 1,152 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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WGT 653R is a 1977 Yamaha FS1E in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WGT 653R, 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.

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What year was WGT 653R registered?

WGT 653R is a 1977 Yamaha FS1E, first registered on 13 June 1977.

Is WGT 653R safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGT 653R shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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