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DOE 928V

1980 Yamaha XS400

Yellow Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

29,950 mi
Last recorded29,950 miles
Recorded on19 May 2008
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XS40019,450 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOE 928V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2008 29,950 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 29,945 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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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DOE 928V is a 1980 Yamaha XS400 in Yellow with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha XS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 19,450 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 DOE 928V, 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 46 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 DOE 928V registered?

DOE 928V is a 1980 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 8 April 1980.

Is DOE 928V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOE 928V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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