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VAC 820X

1981 Yamaha RD400

White Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

17,542 mi
Last recorded17,542 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD40014,320 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAC 820X
MakeYamaha
ModelRD400
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 17,542 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 17,529 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 17,521 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 17,493 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 17,481 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2010 17,476 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 17,096 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 16,829 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 16,703 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 16,198 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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VAC 820X is a 1981 Yamaha RD400 in White with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha RD400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 14,320 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 VAC 820X, 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 45 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 VAC 820X?

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What year was VAC 820X registered?

VAC 820X is a 1981 Yamaha RD400, first registered on 28 August 1981.

Is VAC 820X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAC 820X shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VAC 820X have outstanding finance?

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