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RFW 520M

1974 Yamaha FS1

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,475 mi
Last recorded12,475 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2012
Typical for 1974 Yamaha FS117,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFW 520M
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1
Year1974
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2012 12,475 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 12,475 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Dec 2010 12,474 miles

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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RFW 520M is a 1974 Yamaha FS1 in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RFW 520M, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RFW 520M registered?

RFW 520M is a 1974 Yamaha FS1, first registered on 4 July 1974.

Is RFW 520M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFW 520M shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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