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GTL 536N

1974 Yamaha FS1

Maroon Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

40,921 mi
Last recorded40,921 miles
Recorded on28 May 2011
Typical for 1974 Yamaha FS117,447 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGTL 536N
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1
Year1974
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2011 40,921 miles

Inner Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 4 May 2010 40,285 miles

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 4 May 2010 40,285 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 39,752 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 7 May 2009 39,752 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 39,522 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 39,076 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

footrest rubbers torn

number plate close to not readable

How Reliable is the Yamaha FS1?

Based on 3,134 MOT tests across 739 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
117
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
739
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 54
Direction indicators not working 33
Horn not working 33
Direction indicator not working 27
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 26
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GTL 536N is a 1974 Yamaha FS1 in Maroon with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1974 Yamaha FS1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.8% with a typical mileage of 17,447 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 GTL 536N, 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 52 years old, this Yamaha FS1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GTL 536N registered?

GTL 536N is a 1974 Yamaha FS1, first registered on 12 November 1974.

Is GTL 536N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GTL 536N shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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