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UPW 244R

1976 Yamaha FS1

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,612 mi
Last recorded13,612 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2011
Typical for 1976 Yamaha FS113,503 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPW 244R
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2011 13,612 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 13,503 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 13,502 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 13,502 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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UPW 244R is a 1976 Yamaha FS1 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1976 Yamaha FS1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 13,503 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 UPW 244R, 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 50 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 UPW 244R registered?

UPW 244R is a 1976 Yamaha FS1, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is UPW 244R safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPW 244R shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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