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B808 DGP

1990 Yamaha XS400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,427 mi
Last recorded25,427 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB808 DGP
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2009 25,427 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 24,876 miles

Front tyre getting low and starting to perish

Fuel cap seal starting to perish

Slight weap from front shock absorber seals

Wheels slightly out of alignment

Pass 24 Aug 2006 24,828 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 24,826 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

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

o/s foot rest perishing

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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B808 DGP is a 1990 Yamaha XS400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 B808 DGP, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha XS400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B808 DGP registered?

B808 DGP is a 1990 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 11 October 1990.

Is B808 DGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B808 DGP 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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