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XRX 40T

1978 Yamaha RD400

Yellow Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2022
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,093 mi
Last recorded8,093 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2021
Typical for 1978 Yamaha RD40020,029 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRX 40T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD400
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2021 8,093 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 8,052 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2016 8,031 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2007 15,319 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 15,193 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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XRX 40T is a 1978 Yamaha RD400 in Yellow with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 XRX 40T, 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 XRX 40T?

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What year was XRX 40T registered?

XRX 40T is a 1978 Yamaha RD400, first registered on 28 November 1978.

Is XRX 40T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRX 40T shows 5 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 XRX 40T have outstanding finance?

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