MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
39,286 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
headrace notchy
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
steering lockstops condition
steering lockstop worn
Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)
front brake hose position
lock stop worn
vin no on v5 incomplete
How Reliable is the Yamaha RD400?
Based on 3,222 MOT tests across 643 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VAA 987R is a 1976 Yamaha RD400 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1976 Yamaha RD400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 20,381 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 VAA 987R, 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 50 years old, this Yamaha RD400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was VAA 987R registered?
VAA 987R is a 1976 Yamaha RD400, first registered on 7 August 1976.
Is VAA 987R safe to buy?
The MOT history for VAA 987R shows 13 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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