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EDV 288Y

1983 Yamaha XS400

Black Petrol 391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,674 mi
Last recorded16,674 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2020
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XS40023,545 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEDV 288Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine391cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2020 16,674 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 16,669 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak ()

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 27 Jul 2016 16,660 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam turns off when revs increased. (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam turns off when revs increased. (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light turns off when revs increased. (1.3.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak ()

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Oct 2010 16,550 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 16,430 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 18 Oct 2008 15,636 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 13 Oct 2007 15,239 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 15,030 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 14,916 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Rear Brake pedal is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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EDV 288Y is a 1983 Yamaha XS400 in Black with a 391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 EDV 288Y, 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 EDV 288Y registered?

EDV 288Y is a 1983 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 22 February 1983.

Is EDV 288Y safe to buy?

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