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UMA 44V

1980 Yamaha XS400

Red Petrol 391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

166 mi
Last recorded166 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XS40019,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMA 44V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine391cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2019 166 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 7,018 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

no front mudgaurd fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2017 5,622 miles

Offside Front Lower footrest 1 bolt missing, but footrest secure

front brake binding slightly

indicators not fitted at time of test

rear number plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

rear tyre has few small cuts to tread

Fail 26 Jun 2017 5,622 miles

Nearside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride wheel spindle to nut (6.2.1h)

Offside Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride foot brake leaver (nut missing) (6.2.1h)

Offside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride brake lever arm (hub) (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front Lower footrest 1 bolt broken , but footrest secure

Offside Front Lower footrest 1 bolt missing, but footrest secure

front brake binding slightly

indicators not fitted at time of test

rear number plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

rear tyre has few small cuts to tread

Pass 9 Dec 2015 9,216 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2015 9,213 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear split pins missing on security bolts

Pass 18 Apr 2012 8,981 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 8,854 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Apr 2009 8,438 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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UMA 44V is a 1980 Yamaha XS400 in Red with a 391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha XS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 19,450 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 UMA 44V, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha XS400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was UMA 44V registered?

UMA 44V is a 1980 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 27 June 1980.

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