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SLD 128W

1981 Yamaha XS400

Blue Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

21,288 mi
Last recorded21,288 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2021
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS40021,284 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLD 128W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2021 21,288 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2021 21,280 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 18 May 2018 21,252 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 21,248 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 21,246 miles

shock cover split on n/s/f

Fail 26 Mar 2015 21,246 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

shock cover split on n/s/f

Pass 27 Mar 2014 21,244 miles

n/s/f fork dust cover split

Pass 20 Mar 2013 21,242 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 21,235 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 21,186 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 21,144 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 21,008 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 21,004 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 21,001 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 20,997 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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SLD 128W is a 1981 Yamaha XS400 in Blue with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SLD 128W, 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 SLD 128W registered?

SLD 128W is a 1981 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 13 March 1981.

Is SLD 128W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SLD 128W shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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