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SNL 285S

1978 Yamaha RD400

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,700 mi
Last recorded11,700 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 1978 Yamaha RD40020,029 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNL 285S
MakeYamaha
ModelRD400
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2017 11,700 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 11,679 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 May 2012 11,589 miles

stop light not working with rear pedal

Pass 2 Apr 2011 11,408 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 11,320 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 11,288 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 25,788 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 11,279 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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SNL 285S is a 1978 Yamaha RD400 in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SNL 285S, 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 SNL 285S?

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What year was SNL 285S registered?

SNL 285S is a 1978 Yamaha RD400, first registered on 19 January 1978.

Is SNL 285S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNL 285S shows 8 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 SNL 285S have outstanding finance?

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