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FMH 493V

1980 Yamaha XS400

Black Petrol 391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2022
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,639 mi
Last recorded36,639 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2021
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XS40019,450 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMH 493V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine391cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 1 Jun 2021 36,639 miles

Rear subframe modified

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2019 36,352 miles

Clutch and throttle cables stiff.

Pass 23 Jan 2018 36,114 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 36,037 miles

Front slight pitting of upper fork stantions

Pass 25 Sep 2015 36,016 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 35,982 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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FMH 493V is a 1980 Yamaha XS400 in Black with a 391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha XS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 19,450 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 FMH 493V, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha XS400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FMH 493V registered?

FMH 493V is a 1980 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 4 June 1980.

Is FMH 493V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMH 493V shows 6 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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