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LVF 87L

1973 Yamaha FS1E

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,540 mi
Last recorded29,540 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2016
Typical for 1973 Yamaha FS1E20,547 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLVF 87L
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1E
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2016 29,540 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 29,540 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 29,540 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2014 29,540 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 29,540 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 29,540 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 29,540 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 29,540 miles

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

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

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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LVF 87L is a 1973 Yamaha FS1E in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1973 Yamaha FS1E models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 20,547 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 FS1E fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LVF 87L, 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 53 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 LVF 87L?

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What year was LVF 87L registered?

LVF 87L is a 1973 Yamaha FS1E, first registered on 23 May 1973.

Is LVF 87L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LVF 87L shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LVF 87L have outstanding finance?

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