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FJR 993W

1981 Yamaha RD400

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,528 mi
Last recorded32,528 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2015
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD40014,320 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJR 993W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD400
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2015 32,528 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 20 May 2015 32,512 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively kinked (3.2.B3a)

Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear brake reaction bracket slightly bent . rear brake pad base section close to rear brake disc .

slight wear/play in both rear shockabsorber shafts .

Pass 11 Jun 2014 31,909 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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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FJR 993W is a 1981 Yamaha RD400 in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha RD400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 14,320 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 RD400 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJR 993W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha RD400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FJR 993W?

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What year was FJR 993W registered?

FJR 993W is a 1981 Yamaha RD400, first registered on 5 March 1981.

Is FJR 993W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJR 993W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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