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B742 VNC

1985 Yamaha RD350LC

White Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,128 mi
Last recorded27,128 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2014
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD350LC11,101 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB742 VNC
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350LC
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2014 27,128 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 25,515 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 25,334 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 27,281 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 24,173 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 24,173 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Yamaha RD350LC?

Based on 1,951 MOT tests across 307 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
181
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 11
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 9
Horn not working 8
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B742 VNC is a 1985 Yamaha RD350LC in White with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha RD350LC models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 11,101 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha RD350LC fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B742 VNC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha RD350LC typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 41 years old, this Yamaha RD350LC is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B742 VNC registered?

B742 VNC is a 1985 Yamaha RD350LC, first registered on 29 March 1985.

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The MOT history for B742 VNC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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