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TVL 285R

1977 Yamaha RD400

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,683 mi
Last recorded31,683 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 1977 Yamaha RD40018,996 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVL 285R
MakeYamaha
ModelRD400
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2017 31,683 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 31,416 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2015 30,873 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 30,221 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2013 29,865 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 29,691 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 29,336 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 28,096 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 27,009 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 25,123 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 22,865 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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TVL 285R is a 1977 Yamaha RD400 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 TVL 285R, 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 TVL 285R registered?

TVL 285R is a 1977 Yamaha RD400, first registered on 23 March 1977.

Is TVL 285R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVL 285R shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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