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BMX 655T

1979 Yamaha RD400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1979 Yamaha RD40022,838 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMX 655T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD400
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 17 Oct 2019

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

daytime use only m o t issued.motorcycle to be used in daytime only, and not in times of reduced visibility

Pass 27 Jul 2018

Daytime use only MOT issued. Bike to be used in daylight only, and not in times of reduced visibility.

exhaust noisy

Pass 21 Jun 2017

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

daytime MOT

Pass 13 Jul 2016

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Number plate on small side

day time only MOT

Pass 16 Jul 2015

Daytime MOT issued. Bike to be used in daylight hours only and not in times of reduced visibility

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2013

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 30 Jun 2011

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Machine only to be used during daylight hours and not to be used at times of seriously reduced visibility

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 8 Jun 2010

bike only to be used in daylight hours and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility

Pass 5 Jun 2009

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

machine to be used only during daylight hours,not to be used at times of seriously reduced visability.

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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BMX 655T is a 1979 Yamaha RD400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BMX 655T, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BMX 655T registered?

BMX 655T is a 1979 Yamaha RD400, first registered on 1 May 1979.

Is BMX 655T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMX 655T shows 9 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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