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FX08 GUF

2008 Yamaha YP400

Black Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,063 mi
Last recorded41,063 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha YP40018,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 GUF
MakeYamaha
ModelYP400
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 41,063 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 40,384 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2024 40,384 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel handbrake (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 39,799 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 38,596 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 37,299 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 May 2019 36,796 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 34,481 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 31,846 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Jan 2015 28,637 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 20,440 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 19,353 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 17 Apr 2012 19,353 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 13,026 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YP400?

Based on 5,190 MOT tests across 496 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
1,133
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 94
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 81
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 49
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 46
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 39
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FX08 GUF is a 2008 Yamaha YP400 in Black with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha YP400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 18,926 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha YP400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX08 GUF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YP400 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha YP400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FX08 GUF registered?

FX08 GUF is a 2008 Yamaha YP400, first registered on 14 April 2008.

Is FX08 GUF safe to buy?

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