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MVX 21V

1980 Yamaha RD400

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

30,755 mi
Last recorded30,755 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2023
Typical for 1980 Yamaha RD40020,454 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVX 21V
MakeYamaha
ModelRD400
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2023 30,755 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 30,498 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 30,414 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 30,339 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 30,084 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 30,084 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 29,944 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 29,944 miles

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 29,833 miles

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 21 Jul 2015 29,833 miles

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

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 29,326 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 9,160 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 25,668 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

f/rear brakes binding

front fork tubes deteriorated

rear indicators poorly mounted

Pass 14 Dec 2010 25,546 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

f/tyre perishing in tread

fork tubes coroding

rear brake binding

Fail 13 Dec 2010 25,546 miles

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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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MVX 21V is a 1980 Yamaha RD400 in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha RD400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 20,454 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 MVX 21V, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha RD400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MVX 21V registered?

MVX 21V is a 1980 Yamaha RD400, first registered on 14 February 1980.

Is MVX 21V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MVX 21V shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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