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A247 HPA

1984 Yamaha RD350

Red Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

32,527 mi
Last recorded32,527 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2023
Typical for 1984 Yamaha RD35023,140 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA247 HPA
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2023 32,527 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 32,413 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2021 32,142 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 31,899 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 31,588 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 31,487 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 31,185 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2016 31,185 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2015 30,802 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 30,747 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 30,717 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 30,689 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 30,689 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 30,629 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 30,501 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 30,280 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 30,107 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 30,106 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 29,788 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha RD350?

Based on 22,191 MOT tests across 4,070 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
184
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
4,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 125
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 118
reflector on motorcycle missing 117
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 91
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 61
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A247 HPA is a 1984 Yamaha RD350 in Red with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1984 Yamaha RD350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 23,140 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 RD350 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A247 HPA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha RD350 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 42 years old, this Yamaha RD350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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A247 HPA is a 1984 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 6 July 1984.

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