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XOU 483T

1979 Yamaha RD400

White Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,585 mi
Last recorded35,585 miles
Recorded on20 May 2019
Typical for 1979 Yamaha RD40022,838 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXOU 483T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD400
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2019 35,585 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 May 2018 33,045 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 33,045 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose All four bolt`s loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 23 May 2017 32,241 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 32,199 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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XOU 483T is a 1979 Yamaha RD400 in White with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XOU 483T, 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 XOU 483T?

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What year was XOU 483T registered?

XOU 483T is a 1979 Yamaha RD400, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is XOU 483T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XOU 483T shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XOU 483T have outstanding finance?

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