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B434 REL

1985 Yamaha RD350

Yellow Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

62,337 mi
Last recorded62,337 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2024
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD35024,911 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB434 REL
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2024 62,337 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 62,110 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 61,937 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 61,830 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 61,456 miles
Fail 16 May 2020 61,456 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 61,222 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 61,042 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 60,837 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 60,663 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 60,444 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 60,339 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 60,065 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 59,654 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 23 Sep 2010 58,697 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 58,697 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 57,824 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 56,772 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 55,732 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 55,378 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2005 54,303 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2005 54,303 miles

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

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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B434 REL is a 1985 Yamaha RD350 in Yellow with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 B434 REL, 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 B434 REL registered?

B434 REL is a 1985 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 8 January 1985.

Is B434 REL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B434 REL shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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