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GBM 355T

1979 Yamaha RD400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

38,213 mi
Last recorded38,213 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2019
Typical for 1979 Yamaha RD40022,838 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBM 355T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD400
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2019 38,213 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 38,045 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 37,817 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 37,326 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 36,916 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 36,529 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 35,438 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 35,424 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

front forks dust seals need replacing

gear change lever loose

nearside handle bar grip slightly loose

Pass 15 Jun 2012 35,424 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

front forks dust seals need replacing

gear change lever loose

nearside handle bar grip slightly loose

Pass 10 May 2011 35,195 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 34,262 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 34,164 miles

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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GBM 355T is a 1979 Yamaha RD400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha RD400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 22,838 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GBM 355T, 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 47 years old, this Yamaha RD400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GBM 355T registered?

GBM 355T is a 1979 Yamaha RD400, first registered on 16 May 1979.

Is GBM 355T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBM 355T shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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