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CWL 853Y

1982 Yamaha RD350

Black Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

33,865 mi
Last recorded33,865 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2021
Typical for 1982 Yamaha RD35025,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCWL 853Y
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2021 33,865 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 32,330 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 32,324 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 32,239 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 31,972 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 30,122 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 30,122 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 30,114 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 30,111 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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CWL 853Y is a 1982 Yamaha RD350 in Black with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha RD350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 25,520 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 CWL 853Y, 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 44 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 CWL 853Y registered?

CWL 853Y is a 1982 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 13 November 1982.

Is CWL 853Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CWL 853Y shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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