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OPB 339W

1981 Yamaha XS400

Red Petrol 391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

22,825 mi
Last recorded22,825 miles
Recorded on7 May 2019
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS40021,284 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPB 339W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine391cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2019 22,825 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 22,665 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 22,470 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 22,302 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2015 21,825 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2014 21,441 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 20,428 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 19,974 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2012 19,974 miles

Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 19,439 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 18,218 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 17,263 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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OPB 339W is a 1981 Yamaha XS400 in Red with a 391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 21,284 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 OPB 339W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha XS400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OPB 339W registered?

OPB 339W is a 1981 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is OPB 339W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPB 339W shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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