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OVT 296P

1993 Yamaha RD400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,401 mi
Last recorded21,401 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOVT 296P
MakeYamaha
ModelRD400
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2017 21,401 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 21,359 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 21,266 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 21,034 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 20,970 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 20,877 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 20,761 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 20,694 miles

slight bind on rear brake

Pass 25 Sep 2009 20,656 miles

slight play in rear wheel bearings

Pass 29 Sep 2008 20,596 miles

front tyre side wall cracking

rear wheel bearings slight play

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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OVT 296P is a 1993 Yamaha RD400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 OVT 296P, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha RD400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OVT 296P registered?

OVT 296P is a 1993 Yamaha RD400, first registered on 1 July 1993.

Is OVT 296P safe to buy?

The MOT history for OVT 296P shows 10 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 OVT 296P have outstanding finance?

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