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KM08 XMS

2008 Yamaha YP400

Silver Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

33,922 mi
Last recorded33,922 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha YP40018,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 XMS
MakeYamaha
ModelYP400
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 33,922 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 2 Sep 2025 39,178 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 28,608 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 28,601 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 28,115 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 26,808 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 24,682 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also valve perished (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2015 22,358 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 20,535 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2013 17,864 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 15,738 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 12,321 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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KM08 XMS is a 2008 Yamaha YP400 in Silver with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 KM08 XMS, 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 KM08 XMS registered?

KM08 XMS is a 2008 Yamaha YP400, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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