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A596 TYD

1984 Yamaha XS400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

49,287 mi
Last recorded49,287 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2008
Typical for 1984 Yamaha XS40038,424 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA596 TYD
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2008 49,287 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 49,287 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 21 Sep 2007 46,178 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

rear no plate bracket corroided

Pass 21 Sep 2007 46,178 miles

rear no plate bracket corroided

Pass 6 Oct 2006 45,132 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2006 45,132 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

choke cable seized

Pass 17 Sep 2005 42,929 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS400?

Based on 1,455 MOT tests across 295 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
259
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
295
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 13
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Drive chain excessively loose 9
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 9
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 8
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A596 TYD is a 1984 Yamaha XS400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1984 Yamaha XS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 38,424 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 XS400 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A596 TYD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS400 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 42 years old, this Yamaha XS400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A596 TYD registered?

A596 TYD is a 1984 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 12 June 1984.

Is A596 TYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A596 TYD shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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