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D50 KJT

1987 Yamaha RD350

Blue Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

15,402 mi
Last recorded15,402 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 1987 Yamaha RD35026,609 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD50 KJT
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 15,402 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 11,120 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 9,684 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 2,601 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 98,637 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 95,810 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 90,226 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 88,498 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 85,924 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 82,853 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

tank loose.

Pass 23 May 2014 75,899 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2013 68,137 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 64,064 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 60,248 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 5 May 2010 56,829 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2007 56,705 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2007 56,705 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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D50 KJT is a 1987 Yamaha RD350 in Blue with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha RD350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 26,609 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 D50 KJT, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha RD350 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D50 KJT registered?

D50 KJT is a 1987 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 7 July 1987.

Is D50 KJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for D50 KJT shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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