MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
47,388 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
How Reliable is the Yamaha RD400?
Based on 3,222 MOT tests across 643 vehicles.
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AYW 428T is a 1979 Yamaha RD400 in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1979 Yamaha RD400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 22,838 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 AYW 428T, 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 47 years old, this Yamaha RD400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was AYW 428T registered?
AYW 428T is a 1979 Yamaha RD400, first registered on 26 May 1979.
Is AYW 428T safe to buy?
The MOT history for AYW 428T shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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