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NAO 943M

1973 Yamaha FS1E

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

24,032 mi
Last recorded24,032 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1973 Yamaha FS1E20,547 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNAO 943M
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1E
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 24,032 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 24,022 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 24,006 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 23,997 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 23,961 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 23,928 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 23,867 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 23,823 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 23,823 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 23,672 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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NAO 943M is a 1973 Yamaha FS1E in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 NAO 943M, 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 NAO 943M?

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What year was NAO 943M registered?

NAO 943M is a 1973 Yamaha FS1E, first registered on 3 August 1973.

Is NAO 943M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NAO 943M shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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