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NHU 508R

1976 Yamaha RD400

Blue Petrol 397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2012
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,763 mi
Last recorded44,763 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2011
Typical for 1976 Yamaha RD40020,381 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNHU 508R
MakeYamaha
ModelRD400
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine397cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 5 Nov 2011 44,763 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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NHU 508R is a 1976 Yamaha RD400 in Blue with a 397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1976 Yamaha RD400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 20,381 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 NHU 508R, 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 50 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 NHU 508R?

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What year was NHU 508R registered?

NHU 508R is a 1976 Yamaha RD400, first registered on 6 October 1976.

Is NHU 508R safe to buy?

The MOT history for NHU 508R shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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