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FLD 201T

1979 Yamaha XS400

Red Petrol 391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,541 mi
Last recorded34,541 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2014
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XS40016,161 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLD 201T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine391cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 25 Feb 2014 34,541 miles

Front Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Nearside Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

front wheel slight stiff to rotate

rear brake master cylinder dust rubber adrift

rear wheel slight stiff to rotate

Pass 25 Feb 2014 34,541 miles

Nearside Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

front wheel slight stiff to rotate

rear brake master cylinder dust rubber adrift

rear wheel slight stiff to rotate

Pass 26 Sep 2009 34,316 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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FLD 201T is a 1979 Yamaha XS400 in Red with a 391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha XS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 16,161 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 FLD 201T, 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 47 years old, this Yamaha XS400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FLD 201T registered?

FLD 201T is a 1979 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 27 April 1979.

Is FLD 201T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLD 201T shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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