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KPE 497W

1980 Yamaha XS400

Blue Petrol 391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

23,873 mi
Last recorded23,873 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2013
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XS40019,450 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPE 497W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine391cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2013 23,873 miles

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Pass 22 Sep 2012 23,823 miles

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Pass 23 Sep 2011 23,764 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 23,711 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 23,418 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 22,991 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 22,982 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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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KPE 497W is a 1980 Yamaha XS400 in Blue with a 391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KPE 497W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KPE 497W registered?

KPE 497W is a 1980 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is KPE 497W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KPE 497W shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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