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E292 AKU

1988 Yamaha RD400

Red Petrol 538cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,966 mi
Last recorded31,966 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE292 AKU
MakeYamaha
ModelRD400
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine538cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 20 Feb 2026 31,966 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 31,891 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 31,884 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 31,786 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 31,767 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 31,749 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 31,611 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 7,242 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 31,077 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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E292 AKU is a 1988 Yamaha RD400 in Red with a 538cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E292 AKU, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha RD400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E292 AKU?

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What year was E292 AKU registered?

E292 AKU is a 1988 Yamaha RD400, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E292 AKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E292 AKU shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E292 AKU have outstanding finance?

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