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UOW 280T

1979 Yamaha RD400

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

28,886 mi
Last recorded28,886 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2018
Typical for 1979 Yamaha RD40022,838 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUOW 280T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD400
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2018 28,886 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 28,860 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 28,845 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 28,745 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 28,745 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 28,583 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 May 2011 28,568 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 28,379 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 28,246 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 28,049 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 27,755 miles

fit new speedo cable guide to front fender

fold lock tabs on front disc securing bolts

fold lock tabs on swing arm spindle fixing nut

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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UOW 280T is a 1979 Yamaha RD400 in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 UOW 280T, 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 UOW 280T?

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What year was UOW 280T registered?

UOW 280T is a 1979 Yamaha RD400, first registered on 1 March 1979.

Is UOW 280T safe to buy?

The MOT history for UOW 280T shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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