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SJX 278T

1979 Yamaha RD400

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,986 mi
Last recorded29,986 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1979 Yamaha RD40022,838 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJX 278T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD400
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 29,986 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 29,497 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 29,157 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Nearside Front Upper Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Upper Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 29,157 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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SJX 278T is a 1979 Yamaha RD400 in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha RD400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 22,838 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 SJX 278T, 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 47 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 SJX 278T?

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What year was SJX 278T registered?

SJX 278T is a 1979 Yamaha RD400, first registered on 2 May 1979.

Is SJX 278T safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJX 278T shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SJX 278T have outstanding finance?

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