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BDV 344Y

1982 Yamaha XS400

Black Petrol 391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2012
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,439 mi
Last recorded32,439 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2011
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XS40021,912 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDV 344Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine391cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 30 Mar 2011 32,439 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2010 32,373 miles

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

rear no plate cracked

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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BDV 344Y is a 1982 Yamaha XS400 in Black with a 391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha XS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 21,912 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BDV 344Y, 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 44 years old, this Yamaha XS400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BDV 344Y registered?

BDV 344Y is a 1982 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 1 September 1982.

Is BDV 344Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDV 344Y shows 2 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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