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B248 XOU

1985 Yamaha XS400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,614 mi
Last recorded28,614 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB248 XOU
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2009 28,614 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 28,311 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 27,949 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 27,399 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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B248 XOU is a 1985 Yamaha XS400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B248 XOU, 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 41 years old, this Yamaha XS400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B248 XOU registered?

B248 XOU is a 1985 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 4 May 1985.

Is B248 XOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B248 XOU shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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