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BLH 743Y

1982 Yamaha RD350

Black Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2023
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

37,416 mi
Last recorded37,416 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2022
Typical for 1982 Yamaha RD35025,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLH 743Y
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2022 37,416 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2022 37,416 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 37,403 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 37,279 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 37,099 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 37,099 miles

Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 37,084 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 37,051 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 37,010 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 37,010 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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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BLH 743Y is a 1982 Yamaha RD350 in Black with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha RD350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 25,520 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 BLH 743Y, 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 44 years old, this Yamaha RD350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BLH 743Y registered?

BLH 743Y is a 1982 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 31 August 1982.

Is BLH 743Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLH 743Y shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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