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A998 TAG

1985 Yamaha RD350

Red Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,964 mi
Last recorded18,964 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD35024,911 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA998 TAG
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 7 May 2025 18,964 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 18,557 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 17,816 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 16,069 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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A998 TAG is a 1985 Yamaha RD350 in Red with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha RD350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 24,911 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A998 TAG, 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 41 years old, this Yamaha RD350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A998 TAG registered?

A998 TAG is a 1985 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is A998 TAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A998 TAG shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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