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STD 389S

1978 Yamaha Unknown

White Petrol 497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2019
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

29,602 mi
Last recorded29,602 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2018
Typical for 1978 Yamaha Unknown15,112 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTD 389S
MakeYamaha
ModelUnknown
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine497cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2018 29,602 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 29,602 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

How Reliable is the Yamaha Unknown?

Based on 20,218 MOT tests across 8,531 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
257
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
8,531
On UK Roads
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STD 389S is a 1978 Yamaha Unknown in White with a 497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 15,112 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Yamaha Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 48 years old, this Yamaha Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was STD 389S registered?

STD 389S is a 1978 Yamaha Unknown, first registered on 18 April 1978.

Is STD 389S safe to buy?

The MOT history for STD 389S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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