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LAB 502T

1979 Yamaha RD400

Yellow Petrol 396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2023
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

421 mi
Last recorded421 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2022
Typical for 1979 Yamaha RD40022,838 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAB 502T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD400
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine396cc
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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2022 421 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Apr 2021
Fail 28 Apr 2021

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play steering bearings loose (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2012 22,903 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 22,861 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 22,861 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 22,860 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 22,860 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2009 22,815 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 22,815 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 22,497 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 22,497 miles

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Fail 11 Jul 2007 21,965 miles

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 21,965 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 21,601 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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LAB 502T is a 1979 Yamaha RD400 in Yellow with a 396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LAB 502T, 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

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What year was LAB 502T registered?

LAB 502T is a 1979 Yamaha RD400, first registered on 24 March 1979.

Is LAB 502T safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAB 502T shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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