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OCM 307S

1978 Yamaha RD400

Yellow Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

10,526 mi
Last recorded10,526 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2017
Typical for 1978 Yamaha RD40020,029 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOCM 307S
MakeYamaha
ModelRD400
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2017 10,526 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2017 10,526 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.5a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 17 May 2015 10,526 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 10,526 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2013 10,526 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2012 10,331 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 26,598 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2009 25,208 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 25,203 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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OCM 307S is a 1978 Yamaha RD400 in Yellow with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 OCM 307S, 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

How do I check the history of OCM 307S?

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What year was OCM 307S registered?

OCM 307S is a 1978 Yamaha RD400, first registered on 13 March 1978.

Is OCM 307S safe to buy?

The MOT history for OCM 307S shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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