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BYD 878X

1982 Yamaha XS400

Black Petrol 391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

21,304 mi
Last recorded21,304 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2021
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XS40021,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYD 878X
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine391cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2021 21,304 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2021 21,304 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 20,815 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 19,938 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 18,733 miles

Gear lever loose on shaft

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 17,602 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 16,829 miles

Gear lever loose on shaft

Pass 14 Mar 2015 14,638 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 13,000 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 12,808 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 12,695 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 12,421 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 12,405 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 12,208 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 11,934 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 11,934 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

no.plate holder loose

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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BYD 878X is a 1982 Yamaha XS400 in Black with a 391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BYD 878X, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BYD 878X registered?

BYD 878X is a 1982 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 27 April 1982.

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The MOT history for BYD 878X shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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