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B436 XYL

1985 Yamaha RD350

Yellow Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,099 mi
Last recorded12,099 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2017
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD35024,911 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB436 XYL
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2017 12,099 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

number plate deteriorating

Pass 26 Oct 2015 11,972 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 11,972 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 11,971 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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B436 XYL is a 1985 Yamaha RD350 in Yellow with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 B436 XYL, 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 B436 XYL registered?

B436 XYL is a 1985 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 20 February 1985.

Is B436 XYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B436 XYL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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