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C293 UNV

1986 Yamaha Radian

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,662 mi
Last recorded26,662 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 1986 Yamaha Radian23,780 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC293 UNV
MakeYamaha
ModelRadian
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 26,662 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Oct 2025 26,662 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened Pad & piston area. (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 26,200 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

front suspension poor damping

slight cracking in sidewalls of front tyre

Pass 30 Mar 2017 25,594 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 25,415 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 25,125 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 24,152 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2012 24,152 miles

Rear Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha Radian?

Based on 958 MOT tests across 114 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
337
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
114
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Direction indicator not working 6
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 5
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C293 UNV is a 1986 Yamaha Radian in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha Radian models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 23,780 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 Radian fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C293 UNV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Radian typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 40 years old, this Yamaha Radian is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C293 UNV registered?

C293 UNV is a 1986 Yamaha Radian, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C293 UNV safe to buy?

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