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XBT 234R

1976 Yamaha FS1E

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

16,339 mi
Last recorded16,339 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 1976 Yamaha FS1E11,859 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBT 234R
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1E
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 16,339 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 16,309 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 16,258 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 16,224 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 16,137 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 16,112 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 16,053 miles

chain very tight

Fail 9 Apr 2011 16,041 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

chain very tight

Pass 1 Mar 2010 15,669 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 15,893 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 15,765 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 15,678 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 15,538 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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XBT 234R is a 1976 Yamaha FS1E in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1976 Yamaha FS1E models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 11,859 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 XBT 234R, 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 50 years old, this Yamaha FS1E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XBT 234R?

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What year was XBT 234R registered?

XBT 234R is a 1976 Yamaha FS1E, first registered on 12 November 1976.

Is XBT 234R safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBT 234R shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XBT 234R have outstanding finance?

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