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ECJ 932W

1980 Yamaha XS400

Maroon Petrol 391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2021
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

33,094 mi
Last recorded33,094 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XS40019,450 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationECJ 932W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1980
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine391cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2019 33,094 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear brake lever has some travel

Pass 19 Apr 2018 32,846 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 32,082 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 14 Feb 2017 32,082 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 13 Feb 2016 31,969 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

reg plate cracked

Fail 13 Feb 2016 31,969 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

reg plate cracked

Pass 28 Jul 2014 31,168 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 4 Jun 2014 31,008 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 28,997 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 4 Jun 2013 28,956 miles

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Fuel cap sealing washer torn (7.2.2c)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 28,450 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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ECJ 932W is a 1980 Yamaha XS400 in Maroon with a 391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 ECJ 932W, 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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ECJ 932W is a 1980 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 10 September 1980.

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