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UMF 39S

1978 Yamaha RD400

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2020
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,493 mi
Last recorded37,493 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2019
Typical for 1978 Yamaha RD40020,029 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMF 39S
MakeYamaha
ModelRD400
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 4 Sep 2019 37,493 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 36,615 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 36,159 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 36,102 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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UMF 39S is a 1978 Yamaha RD400 in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 UMF 39S, 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 UMF 39S?

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What year was UMF 39S registered?

UMF 39S is a 1978 Yamaha RD400, first registered on 10 May 1978.

Is UMF 39S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UMF 39S shows 4 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 UMF 39S have outstanding finance?

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