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ETV 896V

1979 Yamaha Rd 400

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

10,051 mi
Last recorded10,051 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2024
Typical for 1979 Yamaha Rd 40018,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETV 896V
MakeYamaha
ModelRd 400
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Fail 24 Sep 2024 10,051 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 10,049 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 9,934 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 9,892 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 9,706 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 9,639 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 9,269 miles

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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ETV 896V is a 1979 Yamaha Rd 400 in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha Rd 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.7% with a typical mileage of 18,362 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 400 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ETV 896V, 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 47 years old, this Yamaha Rd 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ETV 896V registered?

ETV 896V is a 1979 Yamaha Rd 400, first registered on 6 August 1979.

Is ETV 896V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETV 896V shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ETV 896V have outstanding finance?

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