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YJT 858Y

1982 Yamaha XS400

Black Petrol 391cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

24,274 mi
Last recorded24,274 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XS40021,912 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJT 858Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine391cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 24,274 miles
Fail 21 May 2026 24,270 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake rod insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2019 24,214 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 24,082 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

oil leak

Pass 6 Oct 2017 23,837 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2016 23,296 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2016 23,291 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 22,550 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 22,543 miles

Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g)

Fail 8 Jan 2015 22,522 miles

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

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 22,522 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 22,435 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 22,435 miles

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

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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YJT 858Y is a 1982 Yamaha XS400 in Black with a 391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha XS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 21,912 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 YJT 858Y, 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 44 years old, this Yamaha XS400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YJT 858Y registered?

YJT 858Y is a 1982 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 17 August 1982.

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The MOT history for YJT 858Y shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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