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DVE 502V

1980 Yamaha XS400

Red Petrol 391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2010
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,044 mi
Last recorded14,044 miles
Recorded on7 May 2009
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XS40019,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVE 502V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine391cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 7 May 2009 14,044 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 13,974 miles

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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DVE 502V is a 1980 Yamaha XS400 in Red with a 391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 DVE 502V, 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.

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What year was DVE 502V registered?

DVE 502V is a 1980 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 8 July 1980.

Is DVE 502V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DVE 502V 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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