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A494 SKM

1984 Yamaha RD350

White Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

47,119 mi
Last recorded47,119 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2023
Typical for 1984 Yamaha RD35023,140 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA494 SKM
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2023 47,119 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 46,982 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2022 46,982 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 46,680 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 46,518 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 45,886 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 45,385 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 44,855 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 44,372 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 44,065 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 43,725 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 15 Jun 2013 43,725 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 May 2012 43,342 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 42,825 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 42,324 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 41,320 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 41,002 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 21 May 2007 40,648 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 May 2007 40,648 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 May 2006 40,095 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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A494 SKM is a 1984 Yamaha RD350 in White with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 A494 SKM, 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 A494 SKM registered?

A494 SKM is a 1984 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 31 December 1984.

Is A494 SKM safe to buy?

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