MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
42,121 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Nearside Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)
Nearside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)
Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Nearside Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)
Centre Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)
Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)
Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)
Nearside Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Nearside Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Offside Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Offside Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)
Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Floor brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.C1b) DANGEROUS
Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Yamaha Rd?
Based on 2,514 MOT tests across 385 vehicles.
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E978 HTF is a 1988 Yamaha Rd in Black with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
Across all 1988 Yamaha Rd models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.7% with a typical mileage of 20,868 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 Rd fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E978 HTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Yamaha Rd typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 38 years old, this Yamaha Rd is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was E978 HTF registered?
E978 HTF is a 1988 Yamaha Rd, first registered on 20 May 1988.
Is E978 HTF safe to buy?
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