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C470 GEV

1985 Yamaha RD350

Blue Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,292 mi
Last recorded24,292 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD35024,911 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC470 GEV
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2025 24,292 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 24,129 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 24,129 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 24,122 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 23,924 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 23,854 miles

After market exhaust installed

Pass 21 Jan 2014 23,672 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 23,582 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 23,582 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 23,247 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 22,754 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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C470 GEV is a 1985 Yamaha RD350 in Blue with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 C470 GEV, 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 C470 GEV registered?

C470 GEV is a 1985 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 1 October 1985.

Is C470 GEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C470 GEV shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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