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B228 JFT

1985 Yamaha RD350

Blue Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

28,217 mi
Last recorded28,217 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2016
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD35024,911 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB228 JFT
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2016 28,217 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 26,649 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2014 26,649 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 25,753 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 25,662 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 25,141 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 25,067 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 23,494 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 22,225 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006
Fail 15 Sep 2006 20,874 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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B228 JFT is a 1985 Yamaha RD350 in Blue with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 B228 JFT, 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 B228 JFT registered?

B228 JFT is a 1985 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 13 May 1985.

Is B228 JFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B228 JFT shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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