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EPJ 976V

1979 Yamaha RD200

Orange Petrol 195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,336 mi
Last recorded25,336 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 Yamaha RD20016,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPJ 976V
MakeYamaha
ModelRD200
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine195cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 25,336 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 25,083 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 24,841 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 24,524 miles
Fail 28 May 2016 24,521 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking REAR ENGINE MOUNTING. TO FRAME INSECURE. (6.1.1c)

Offside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system SILENCER INSECURE. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 24,424 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2012 24,320 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

horn note is weak

Fail 3 Aug 2012 24,310 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

horn note is weak

How Reliable is the Yamaha RD200?

Based on 1,240 MOT tests across 305 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
139
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
305
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 6
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 6
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 5
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EPJ 976V is a 1979 Yamaha RD200 in Orange with a 195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha RD200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 16,676 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 RD200 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EPJ 976V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha RD200 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 47 years old, this Yamaha RD200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EPJ 976V registered?

EPJ 976V is a 1979 Yamaha RD200, first registered on 28 August 1979.

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