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LFE 633V

1979 Yamaha XS400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2022
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

16,369 mi
Last recorded16,369 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2021
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XS40016,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFE 633V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2021 16,369 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2019 16,282 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 16,163 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2018 16,161 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2016 16,148 miles

Offside fairing panel loose but not insecure

Seat loose but not insecure

Pass 22 Mar 2006 14,134 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 14,134 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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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LFE 633V is a 1979 Yamaha XS400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha XS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 16,161 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LFE 633V, 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 47 years old, this Yamaha XS400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LFE 633V registered?

LFE 633V is a 1979 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 24 September 1979.

Is LFE 633V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFE 633V shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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