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EJX 565W

1980 Yamaha XS400

Red Petrol 391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,545 mi
Last recorded17,545 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2020
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XS40019,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJX 565W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine391cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2020 17,545 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 17,375 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 17,420 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 17,132 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 17,063 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 16,992 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 16,858 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 16,858 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2013 16,768 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 16,768 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 16,751 miles

headlamp pattern just within limit

rear chain drive rubbers wearing - slight play

Fail 20 Aug 2008 16,746 miles

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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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EJX 565W is a 1980 Yamaha XS400 in Red with a 391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EJX 565W, 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 EJX 565W registered?

EJX 565W is a 1980 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 6 August 1980.

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