MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
24,651 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)
How Reliable is the Yamaha FS1?
Based on 3,134 MOT tests across 739 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FPV 959L is a 1973 Yamaha FS1 in Gold with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1973 Yamaha FS1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 13,072 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 FS1 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 54 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FPV 959L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Yamaha FS1 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 53 years old, this Yamaha FS1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of FPV 959L?
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What year was FPV 959L registered?
FPV 959L is a 1973 Yamaha FS1, first registered on 4 July 1973.
Is FPV 959L safe to buy?
The MOT history for FPV 959L shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FPV 959L have outstanding finance?
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