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MGO 713V

1979 Yamaha XS400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,445 mi
Last recorded15,445 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2017
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XS40016,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGO 713V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2017 15,445 miles

Exhaust noisy end cans (7.1.2)

drive chain has slight tight spot

front mudguard cut down, shorter than standard

no chain guard fitted

no number plate light fitted

Fail 15 Nov 2017 15,445 miles

Exhaust noisy end cans (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

drive chain has slight tight spot

front mudguard cut down, shorter than standard

no chain guard fitted

no number plate light fitted

Pass 28 Apr 2012 15,445 miles

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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MGO 713V is a 1979 Yamaha XS400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MGO 713V, 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 MGO 713V registered?

MGO 713V is a 1979 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 27 September 1979.

Is MGO 713V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGO 713V shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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