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C942 DYC

1985 Yamaha RD350

Yellow Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,159 mi
Last recorded21,159 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD35024,911 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC942 DYC
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 21,159 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 20,423 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 20,024 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

slight play in cushdrive rubbers

Fail 6 Aug 2018 20,024 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

slight play in cushdrive rubbers

Pass 13 Jun 2017 19,918 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 19,777 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 19,540 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 29 Jun 2007 19,527 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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C942 DYC is a 1985 Yamaha RD350 in Yellow with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C942 DYC, 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 C942 DYC registered?

C942 DYC is a 1985 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 6 August 1985.

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