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VLG 93W

1980 Yamaha XS400

Red Petrol 391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2021
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

29,302 mi
Last recorded29,302 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2020
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XS40019,450 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLG 93W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine391cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2020 29,302 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2020 29,302 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 28,294 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 27,300 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 27,299 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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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VLG 93W is a 1980 Yamaha XS400 in Red with a 391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 VLG 93W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VLG 93W registered?

VLG 93W is a 1980 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is VLG 93W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLG 93W shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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