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C231 WLK

1986 Yamaha RD350

Red Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

12,389 mi
Last recorded12,389 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2016
Typical for 1986 Yamaha RD35026,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC231 WLK
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2016 12,389 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 8 Aug 2016 12,389 miles

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp stop lamp (1.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 12,324 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 12,236 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 12,236 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Mar 2009 11,710 miles

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 11,217 miles

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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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C231 WLK is a 1986 Yamaha RD350 in Red with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha RD350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 26,509 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 C231 WLK, 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 40 years old, this Yamaha RD350 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C231 WLK registered?

C231 WLK is a 1986 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 18 April 1986.

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The MOT history for C231 WLK shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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