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D789 CBC

1987 Yamaha RD350

Black Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

17,754 mi
Last recorded17,754 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 1987 Yamaha RD35026,609 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD789 CBC
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 17,754 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 17,699 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2024 17,699 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Central Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 17,004 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2016 16,802 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

rear brake catching on exhaust at full pressure

Pass 20 Jul 2015 16,575 miles

Clutch lever bent

Pass 1 Apr 2010 14,803 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 14,638 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 14,531 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2007 14,531 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 16 Dec 2005 14,426 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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D789 CBC is a 1987 Yamaha RD350 in Black with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 D789 CBC, 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.

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What year was D789 CBC registered?

D789 CBC is a 1987 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 13 April 1987.

Is D789 CBC safe to buy?

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