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B856 BFJ

1985 Yamaha RD350

White Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

9,824 mi
Last recorded9,824 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2024
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD35024,911 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB856 BFJ
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2024 9,824 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 9,755 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 9,584 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 9,411 miles

headlamp convertor fitted

Pass 12 Apr 2018 9,273 miles

H/ lamp convertor fitted

Pass 6 Apr 2017 9,092 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 9,090 miles

Headlamp convertor fitted

Fail 20 Apr 2016 9,090 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp convertor fitted

Pass 6 Mar 2015 9,088 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 9,051 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 8,960 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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B856 BFJ is a 1985 Yamaha RD350 in White with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 B856 BFJ, 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 B856 BFJ registered?

B856 BFJ is a 1985 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 12 July 1985.

Is B856 BFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B856 BFJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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