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NMA 13V

1979 Yamaha Rd 400

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2019
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,805 mi
Last recorded12,805 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1979 Yamaha Rd 40018,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMA 13V
MakeYamaha
ModelRd 400
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2018 12,805 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 12,541 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 12,214 miles

Yamaha sticker missing from clutch casing

Pass 1 May 2015 12,042 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 11,649 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 11,576 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010

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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NMA 13V is a 1979 Yamaha Rd 400 in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha Rd 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.7% with a typical mileage of 18,362 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 NMA 13V, 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 47 years old, this Yamaha Rd 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NMA 13V registered?

NMA 13V is a 1979 Yamaha Rd 400, first registered on 15 August 1979.

Is NMA 13V safe to buy?

The MOT history for NMA 13V shows 7 tests 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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