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WHY 886T

1979 Yamaha XS400

Blue Petrol 392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

55,067 mi
Last recorded55,067 miles
Recorded on27 May 2017
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XS40016,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWHY 886T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine392cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2017 55,067 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 55,024 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 54,980 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 54,805 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 54,703 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 54,663 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 54,396 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 53,903 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 53,903 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 51,645 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 49,296 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 47,520 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 46,372 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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WHY 886T is a 1979 Yamaha XS400 in Blue with a 392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha XS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 16,161 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 WHY 886T, 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 47 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 WHY 886T registered?

WHY 886T is a 1979 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 25 May 1979.

Is WHY 886T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WHY 886T shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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