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B801 VOT

1985 Yamaha RD350

White Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

33,749 mi
Last recorded33,749 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2022
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD35024,911 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB801 VOT
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2022 33,749 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 33,243 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 32,658 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 32,198 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 31,990 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 31,990 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 31,596 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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B801 VOT is a 1985 Yamaha RD350 in White with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 B801 VOT, 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 B801 VOT registered?

B801 VOT is a 1985 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 1 March 1985.

Is B801 VOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B801 VOT shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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