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SDB 34N

1974 Yamaha FS1

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,608 mi
Last recorded9,608 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1974 Yamaha FS117,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDB 34N
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1
Year1974
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 15 Aug 2025 9,608 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 9,586 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 9,445 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 9,377 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 9,219 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 9,071 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 8,920 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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SDB 34N is a 1974 Yamaha FS1 in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SDB 34N, 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 SDB 34N registered?

SDB 34N is a 1974 Yamaha FS1, first registered on 30 September 1974.

Is SDB 34N safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDB 34N shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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