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FAF 828V

1980 Yamaha SA50

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

8,460 mi
Last recorded8,460 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2019
Typical for 1980 Yamaha SA503,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAF 828V
MakeYamaha
ModelSA50
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2019 8,460 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2019 8,460 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 8,460 miles

Front mudguard damaged but not insecure

Front tyre perished but cords not exposed

Nearside and offside mirrors missing

Pass 1 Dec 2016 8,460 miles

Nearside and offside mirrors missing.

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 8,460 miles

Front mudguard damaged but not insecure.

Front tyre perished but cords not exposed.

Nearside and offside mirror missing.

Rear fairing section missing.

Pass 8 Jul 2014 8,460 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 8,460 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 21 Apr 2011 8,460 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2009 8,460 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 8,460 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2007 8,460 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 8,460 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha SA50?

Based on 410 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
102
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 10
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 8
Direction indicators not working 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 6
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FAF 828V is a 1980 Yamaha SA50 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha SA50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 3,484 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha SA50 fails its MOT is direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FAF 828V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha SA50 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 46 years old, this Yamaha SA50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FAF 828V registered?

FAF 828V is a 1980 Yamaha SA50, first registered on 11 July 1980.

Is FAF 828V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAF 828V shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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