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B272 CAF

1985 Yamaha XS400

Gold Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2025
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB272 CAF
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1985
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 13 Apr 2024

No front mudguard fitted at time of test

Pass 28 Apr 2023

This motorcycle should ONLY be used during daylight hours, and NOT at times of reduced visibility.

Pass 23 Apr 2022

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2020

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2019

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jan 2010 35,704 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2009 35,326 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 35,173 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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B272 CAF is a 1985 Yamaha XS400 in Gold with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B272 CAF, 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 41 years old, this Yamaha XS400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B272 CAF registered?

B272 CAF is a 1985 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 14 February 1985.

Is B272 CAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B272 CAF shows 8 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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