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VPH 106S

1978 Yamaha XS400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

33,654 mi
Last recorded33,654 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2005
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XS40018,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPH 106S
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2005 33,654 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2005 33,652 miles

Centre Rear Upper Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Lower Brake cylinder severely damaged (3.2.B1b)

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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VPH 106S is a 1978 Yamaha XS400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha XS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 18,088 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 VPH 106S, 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 48 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 VPH 106S?

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What year was VPH 106S registered?

VPH 106S is a 1978 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 27 June 1978.

Is VPH 106S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPH 106S 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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