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KNW 660V

1979 Yamaha FS1E

Maroon Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,910 mi
Last recorded13,910 miles
Recorded on15 May 2016
Typical for 1979 Yamaha FS1E16,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKNW 660V
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1E
Year1979
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2016 13,910 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 13,824 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 May 2012 13,617 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 2 May 2012 13,617 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 13,427 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 13,080 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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KNW 660V is a 1979 Yamaha FS1E in Maroon with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha FS1E models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 16,102 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 KNW 660V, 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 47 years old, this Yamaha FS1E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KNW 660V registered?

KNW 660V is a 1979 Yamaha FS1E, first registered on 22 November 1979.

Is KNW 660V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KNW 660V shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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