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FAN 199V

1980 Yamaha XS400

Yellow Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

48 mi
Last recorded48 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2019
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XS40019,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAN 199V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2019 48 miles

Daytime use only (no lights fitted )

Pass 3 May 2018 224 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front and rear position lamps were masked over at the time of the test,no indicators fitted and no rear reflector.

Fail 3 May 2018 224 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

front and rear position lamps were masked over at the time of the test,no indicators fitted and no rear reflector.

Pass 6 May 2017 168 miles

Front and rear lamps were disconnected at the time of the test

Pass 27 Jul 2015

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

front and rear lamps masked over at time of test

Fail 30 May 2014 2 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Lower Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

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

Pass 30 May 2014 2 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 2 May 2013 29,134 miles

Chain guard missing

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 May 2013 29,134 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 18 May 2011 28,965 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

day time MOT only. Not to be used at times of reduced visibility.

Pass 8 Jun 2010

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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FAN 199V is a 1980 Yamaha XS400 in Yellow with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FAN 199V, 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 FAN 199V registered?

FAN 199V is a 1980 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 21 March 1980.

Is FAN 199V safe to buy?

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