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PSR 245Y

1983 Yamaha XS400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

34,548 mi
Last recorded34,548 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2008
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XS40023,545 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPSR 245Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2008 34,548 miles

Exhaust repaired

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

Rear tyre on limit!

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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Fail 17 Apr 2008 34,548 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust repaired

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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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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PSR 245Y is a 1983 Yamaha XS400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha XS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 23,545 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 PSR 245Y, 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 43 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 PSR 245Y registered?

PSR 245Y is a 1983 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 30 June 1983.

Is PSR 245Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for PSR 245Y shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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