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B753 XRN

1985 Yamaha RD350

Black Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

65,844 mi
Last recorded65,844 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD35024,911 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB753 XRN
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 65,844 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 May 2024 64,724 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 May 2023 63,640 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 62,548 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2021 62,397 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 61,648 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 60,040 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 57,112 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Mar 2018 57,112 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 55,225 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2016 53,529 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 51,285 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2011 50,911 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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B753 XRN is a 1985 Yamaha RD350 in Black with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 B753 XRN, 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 B753 XRN registered?

B753 XRN is a 1985 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 6 March 1985.

Is B753 XRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B753 XRN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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