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YFJ 400S

1978 Yamaha XT500

Black Petrol 497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,598 mi
Last recorded24,598 miles
Recorded on12 May 2014
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XT50018,489 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYFJ 400S
MakeYamaha
ModelXT500
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2014 24,598 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 24,378 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2010 24,345 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 24,044 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2007 23,589 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 23,589 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 23,589 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT500?

Based on 4,546 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
164
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,062
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 58
reflector on motorcycle missing 49
Horn not working 46
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 37
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 31
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YFJ 400S is a 1978 Yamaha XT500 in Black with a 497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha XT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 18,489 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XT500 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YFJ 400S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT500 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 48 years old, this Yamaha XT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YFJ 400S?

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What year was YFJ 400S registered?

YFJ 400S is a 1978 Yamaha XT500, first registered on 8 June 1978.

Is YFJ 400S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YFJ 400S shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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