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D980 VEG

1986 Yamaha Rd 350

White Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

48,297 mi
Last recorded48,297 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 1986 Yamaha Rd 35046,774 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD980 VEG
MakeYamaha
ModelRd 350
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 48,297 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 48,120 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 47,974 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 47,752 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 47,541 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 47,541 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 47,510 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 47,431 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 47,377 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 47,281 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 May 2012 47,209 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 47,045 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 46,933 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 46,933 miles

Nearside Upper Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 7 May 2009 46,774 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 46,686 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 46,553 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Rd 350?

Based on 822 MOT tests across 122 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
165
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
122
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 8
Direction indicators not working 5
Horn not working 5
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
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D980 VEG is a 1986 Yamaha Rd 350 in White with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha Rd 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 46,774 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 Rd 350 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D980 VEG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Rd 350 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 40 years old, this Yamaha Rd 350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D980 VEG registered?

D980 VEG is a 1986 Yamaha Rd 350, first registered on 15 September 1986.

Is D980 VEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for D980 VEG shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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