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EJK 380W

1980 Yamaha Rd 400

Yellow Petrol 430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

33,458 mi
Last recorded33,458 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2023
Typical for 1980 Yamaha Rd 40016,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJK 380W
MakeYamaha
ModelRd 400
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine430cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2023 33,458 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 33,351 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 33,144 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 33,073 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 32,964 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play swingarm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 May 2014 32,810 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 32,781 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 32,645 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 32,387 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 32,387 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Rd 400?

Based on 641 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

91.9%
Pass Rate
186
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 3
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 3
reflector on motorcycle missing 2
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EJK 380W is a 1980 Yamaha Rd 400 in Yellow with a 430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha Rd 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 16,041 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Rd 400 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EJK 380W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Rd 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 46 years old, this Yamaha Rd 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EJK 380W registered?

EJK 380W is a 1980 Yamaha Rd 400, first registered on 10 October 1980.

Is EJK 380W safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJK 380W shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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