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GMW 462W

1981 Yamaha XS400

Maroon Petrol 391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,644 mi
Last recorded17,644 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2007
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS40021,284 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGMW 462W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1981
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine391cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 24 Sep 2007 17,644 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 15,092 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 12,302 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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GMW 462W is a 1981 Yamaha XS400 in Maroon with a 391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 21,284 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GMW 462W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha XS400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GMW 462W registered?

GMW 462W is a 1981 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 17 February 1981.

Is GMW 462W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GMW 462W shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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