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C428 HWB

1985 Yamaha RD350

White Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,350 mi
Last recorded11,350 miles
Recorded on18 May 2017
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD35024,911 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC428 HWB
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2017 11,350 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 4 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 16,112 miles

1 x rear position lamp out (still 50% effective)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 May 2013 15,510 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Jul 2008 14,935 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 14,922 miles

Offside Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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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C428 HWB is a 1985 Yamaha RD350 in White with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C428 HWB, 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.

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What year was C428 HWB registered?

C428 HWB is a 1985 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 22 October 1985.

Is C428 HWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C428 HWB shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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