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YLG 14S

1977 Yamaha RD400

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

6,122 mi
Last recorded6,122 miles
Recorded on22 May 2018
Typical for 1977 Yamaha RD40018,996 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLG 14S
MakeYamaha
ModelRD400
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2018 6,122 miles

Rear exhaust slightly noisy

Pass 18 May 2017 5,506 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 3,474 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 3,329 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 3,168 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 1,842 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 1,216 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 1,216 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 May 2011 617 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 May 2010 13,188 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 24,253 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2009 24,253 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2007 12,286 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 12,286 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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YLG 14S is a 1977 Yamaha RD400 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YLG 14S, 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

How do I check the history of YLG 14S?

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What year was YLG 14S registered?

YLG 14S is a 1977 Yamaha RD400, first registered on 19 August 1977.

Is YLG 14S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YLG 14S shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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