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WJJ 129M

1974 Yamaha FS1E

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

26,101 mi
Last recorded26,101 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2018
Typical for 1974 Yamaha FS1E8,876 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJJ 129M
MakeYamaha
ModelFS1E
Year1974
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2018 26,101 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 25,561 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 25,485 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 25,484 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 23,957 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 23,165 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 21,246 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2009 19,792 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear wheel bearings slightly worn.

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 21 Nov 2009 19,792 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear wheel bearings slightly worn.

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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WJJ 129M is a 1974 Yamaha FS1E in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1974 Yamaha FS1E models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 8,876 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 WJJ 129M, 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 52 years old, this Yamaha FS1E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WJJ 129M registered?

WJJ 129M is a 1974 Yamaha FS1E, first registered on 1 May 1974.

Is WJJ 129M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJJ 129M shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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