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E978 HTF

1988 Yamaha Rd

Black Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,121 mi
Last recorded42,121 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Rd20,868 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE978 HTF
MakeYamaha
ModelRd
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2025 42,121 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 42,027 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 41,864 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 41,695 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 41,453 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 41,199 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 40,933 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 40,166 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 39,506 miles

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)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 38,078 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 36,839 miles

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)

Fail 3 Feb 2010 36,837 miles

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)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 36,419 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 36,417 miles

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.

87.7%
Pass Rate
199
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
385
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
Horn not working 12
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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.

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