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A520 NWR

1984 Yamaha RD350

Blue Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2012
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

33,097 mi
Last recorded33,097 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2011
Typical for 1984 Yamaha RD35023,140 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA520 NWR
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2011 33,097 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 6 Oct 2011 33,097 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 32,978 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 17 Sep 2010 32,978 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 32,556 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 32,556 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 8 May 2008 32,261 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 32,237 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

steering slightly out of aliment

rear brake drum poss oval of crack

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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A520 NWR is a 1984 Yamaha RD350 in Blue with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 A520 NWR, 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 A520 NWR registered?

A520 NWR is a 1984 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 8 March 1984.

Is A520 NWR safe to buy?

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