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C378 VKV

1985 Yamaha RD350

White Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

29,127 mi
Last recorded29,127 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD35024,911 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC378 VKV
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 29,127 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 29,008 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 29,007 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 28,978 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2022 28,978 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2021 28,770 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 28,586 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 28,336 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 28,239 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 28,132 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2017 28,132 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 28,075 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2016 28,075 miles

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 27,741 miles

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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C378 VKV is a 1985 Yamaha RD350 in White with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 C378 VKV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C378 VKV registered?

C378 VKV is a 1985 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 5 December 1985.

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The MOT history for C378 VKV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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