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JCW 436W

1981 Yamaha Rd 400

White Petrol 389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,391 mi
Last recorded43,391 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 1981 Yamaha Rd 40019,750 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJCW 436W
MakeYamaha
ModelRd 400
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine389cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 43,391 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 43,209 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 43,203 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2017 43,201 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 43,198 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 43,159 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 43,159 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 43,096 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 43,089 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2010 43,089 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 11 Aug 2008 43,018 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2008 43,018 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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JCW 436W is a 1981 Yamaha Rd 400 in White with a 389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha Rd 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 19,750 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 JCW 436W, 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 45 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 JCW 436W registered?

JCW 436W is a 1981 Yamaha Rd 400, first registered on 26 March 1981.

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The MOT history for JCW 436W shows 12 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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