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YRR 541T

1978 Yamaha Rd 400

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

5,314 mi
Last recorded5,314 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2012
Typical for 1978 Yamaha Rd 40012,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYRR 541T
MakeYamaha
ModelRd 400
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2012 5,314 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 4,063 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 3,143 miles

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

front brake is dragging slightly

rear brake master cylinder rod has slight play

Fail 17 Feb 2010 3,143 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

front brake is dragging slightly

rear brake master cylinder rod has slight play

Pass 25 Apr 2009 2,999 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 1,618 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Rd 400?

Based on 641 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

91.9%
Pass Rate
186
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 3
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 3
reflector on motorcycle missing 2
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YRR 541T is a 1978 Yamaha Rd 400 in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha Rd 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.0% with a typical mileage of 12,378 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 Rd 400 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YRR 541T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Rd 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 48 years old, this Yamaha Rd 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YRR 541T registered?

YRR 541T is a 1978 Yamaha Rd 400, first registered on 25 August 1978.

Is YRR 541T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YRR 541T shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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