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A454 FPC

1984 Yamaha RD350

Black Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

1,468 mi
Last recorded1,468 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1984 Yamaha RD35023,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA454 FPC
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 1,468 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 1,017 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 816 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 669 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 477 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2020 33 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 26,588 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 25,874 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2012 25,359 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 25,359 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 24,535 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2007 24,503 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Fail 25 Aug 2007 24,480 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 23,854 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2006 23,834 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2005 23,672 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2005 23,672 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

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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A454 FPC is a 1984 Yamaha RD350 in Black with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 A454 FPC, 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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What year was A454 FPC registered?

A454 FPC is a 1984 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 30 January 1984.

Is A454 FPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A454 FPC shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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