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OSN 787R

1977 Yamaha RD400

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,798 mi
Last recorded27,798 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2017
Typical for 1977 Yamaha RD40018,996 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOSN 787R
MakeYamaha
ModelRD400
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2017 27,798 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 26,965 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 26,019 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 20 Nov 2015 26,014 miles

Offside Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2014 25,827 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 25,825 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

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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OSN 787R is a 1977 Yamaha RD400 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1977 Yamaha RD400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 18,996 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 OSN 787R, 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 49 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 OSN 787R registered?

OSN 787R is a 1977 Yamaha RD400, first registered on 24 January 1977.

Is OSN 787R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OSN 787R shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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