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NAC 149V

1980 Yamaha XS400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,317 mi
Last recorded22,317 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2017
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XS40019,450 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNAC 149V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS400
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2017 22,317 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 21,743 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Lights not filled at time of test

Pass 9 May 2008 21,449 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 21,449 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 20,997 miles

condition of feul tank cap seal

condition of side stand spring

Pass 3 Nov 2005 20,683 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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NAC 149V is a 1980 Yamaha XS400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 NAC 149V, 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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How do I check the history of NAC 149V?

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What year was NAC 149V registered?

NAC 149V is a 1980 Yamaha XS400, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is NAC 149V safe to buy?

The MOT history for NAC 149V shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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