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HHB 233W

1980 Yamaha XS400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2022
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,312 mi
Last recorded70,312 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2021
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XS40019,450 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHB 233W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 22 Nov 2021 70,312 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 66,716 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 59,383 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 54,221 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 48,505 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 3,298 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 43,150 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 42,705 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 41,859 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 39,649 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 24,710 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 28,849 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 27,869 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 27,651 miles

anodised alloy banjo fittings used on front brake hose

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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HHB 233W is a 1980 Yamaha XS400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 HHB 233W, 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 HHB 233W registered?

HHB 233W is a 1980 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 10 October 1980.

Is HHB 233W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HHB 233W shows 14 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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