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NLU 655P

1976 Yamaha RD400

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,417 mi
Last recorded24,417 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2017
Typical for 1976 Yamaha RD40020,381 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLU 655P
MakeYamaha
ModelRD400
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2017 24,417 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 24,274 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 28 Apr 2011 24,257 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 24,257 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 24,228 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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NLU 655P is a 1976 Yamaha RD400 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 NLU 655P, 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 NLU 655P?

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What year was NLU 655P registered?

NLU 655P is a 1976 Yamaha RD400, first registered on 2 April 1976.

Is NLU 655P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NLU 655P shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NLU 655P have outstanding finance?

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