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A754 KYG

1983 Yamaha RD400

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

6,470 mi
Last recorded6,470 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA754 KYG
MakeYamaha
ModelRD400
Year1983
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2021 6,470 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2021 6,470 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released Front brake switch is sticking on after brake is released. (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 6,384 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 6,253 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 6,241 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 5,989 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2014 5,543 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2014 5,543 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 4,963 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2011 3,161 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 3,161 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 2,614 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 2,614 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 2,199 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 2,199 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 1,169 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha RD400?

Based on 3,222 MOT tests across 643 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
174
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
643
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 19
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Horn not working 9
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 9
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A754 KYG is a 1983 Yamaha RD400 in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

The most common reason a Yamaha RD400 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A754 KYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha RD400 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 43 years old, this Yamaha RD400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of A754 KYG?

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What year was A754 KYG registered?

A754 KYG is a 1983 Yamaha RD400, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A754 KYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A754 KYG shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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