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C701 FWU

1991 Yamaha RD350

Black Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

29,845 mi
Last recorded29,845 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1991 Yamaha RD35025,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC701 FWU
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 29,845 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear cush drive worn

Pass 24 Mar 2025 29,810 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Cush drive worn / rear wheel

Pass 7 Sep 2023 29,661 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Front unable to check front brake fluid level

Rear cush drive worn behind rear sprocket

Pass 20 Sep 2022 29,466 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear cush drive behind rear sproket worn

Pass 29 Jun 2017 29,454 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 29,454 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride Front wheel spindle split pin missing. (6.2.1h)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 29,381 miles

Rear tyre perished in various places..

Pass 1 Jul 2015 29,344 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 29,272 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 28,857 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 28,676 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 28,676 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 27,831 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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C701 FWU is a 1991 Yamaha RD350 in Black with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha RD350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 25,033 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 C701 FWU, 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 35 years old, this Yamaha RD350 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C701 FWU registered?

C701 FWU is a 1991 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 24 June 1991.

Is C701 FWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C701 FWU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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