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CGV 83T

1978 Yamaha RD400

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

33,342 mi
Last recorded33,342 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2020
Typical for 1978 Yamaha RD40020,029 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCGV 83T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD400
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2020 33,342 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 33,214 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 33,165 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 33,126 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 32,775 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 32,775 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 17 May 2013 32,540 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 32,318 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 31,262 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 31,216 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2007 30,524 miles

Front Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 30,524 miles

Front Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Pass 30 Oct 2006 30,506 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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CGV 83T is a 1978 Yamaha RD400 in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha RD400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 20,029 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 CGV 83T, 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 48 years old, this Yamaha RD400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CGV 83T registered?

CGV 83T is a 1978 Yamaha RD400, first registered on 9 August 1978.

Is CGV 83T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CGV 83T shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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