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PRL 937Y

1982 Yamaha XS400

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

36,110 mi
Last recorded36,110 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2015
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XS40021,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRL 937Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2015 36,110 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 34,493 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 33,508 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 33,482 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 27,643 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 26,368 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 26,203 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Mar 2007 25,840 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 25,665 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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PRL 937Y is a 1982 Yamaha XS400 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha XS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 21,912 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 PRL 937Y, 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 44 years old, this Yamaha XS400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PRL 937Y?

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What year was PRL 937Y registered?

PRL 937Y is a 1982 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 16 September 1982.

Is PRL 937Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRL 937Y shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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