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C418 TBY

1985 Yamaha Rd

Black Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

36,799 mi
Last recorded36,799 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha Rd27,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC418 TBY
MakeYamaha
ModelRd
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2025 36,799 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 36,256 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 35,414 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 35,359 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 35,350 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 34,999 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 34,541 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 34,359 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 34,359 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 34,122 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 33,619 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 33,381 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 32,377 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 31,208 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Rd?

Based on 2,514 MOT tests across 385 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
199
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
385
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
Horn not working 12
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C418 TBY is a 1985 Yamaha Rd in Black with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha Rd models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 27,945 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Rd fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C418 TBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Rd typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 41 years old, this Yamaha Rd is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C418 TBY registered?

C418 TBY is a 1985 Yamaha Rd, first registered on 6 November 1985.

Is C418 TBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for C418 TBY shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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