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WCU 183Y

1983 Yamaha XS400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

15,019 mi
Last recorded15,019 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XS40023,545 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCU 183Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 15,019 miles

Cracking in sidewalls of rear tyre.

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2025 15,019 miles

Cracking in sidewalls of rear tyre.

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel fixing missing (multiple fixings) (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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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WCU 183Y is a 1983 Yamaha XS400 in Black 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 WCU 183Y, 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.

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What year was WCU 183Y registered?

WCU 183Y is a 1983 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 1 May 1983.

Is WCU 183Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for WCU 183Y 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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