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SIB 5825

1979 Yamaha Rd 400

White Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

23,049 mi
Last recorded23,049 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2022
Typical for 1979 Yamaha Rd 40018,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIB 5825
MakeYamaha
ModelRd 400
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2022 23,049 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 22,674 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2020 22,674 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2019 22,425 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 21,851 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 20,451 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 19,615 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 17,087 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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SIB 5825 is a 1979 Yamaha Rd 400 in White with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 SIB 5825, 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 SIB 5825 registered?

SIB 5825 is a 1979 Yamaha Rd 400, first registered on 4 July 1979.

Is SIB 5825 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SIB 5825 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SIB 5825 have outstanding finance?

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