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CFM 143W

1981 Yamaha RD350LC

White Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2022
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,486 mi
Last recorded41,486 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2021
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD350LC25,837 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFM 143W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350LC
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2021 41,486 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 40,809 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 40,388 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 39,274 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 39,274 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 37,502 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 37,492 miles

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha RD350LC?

Based on 1,951 MOT tests across 307 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
181
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 11
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 9
Horn not working 8
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CFM 143W is a 1981 Yamaha RD350LC in White with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha RD350LC models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 25,837 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Yamaha RD350LC fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CFM 143W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha RD350LC typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha RD350LC is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CFM 143W registered?

CFM 143W is a 1981 Yamaha RD350LC, first registered on 17 February 1981.

Is CFM 143W safe to buy?

The MOT history for CFM 143W shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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