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D985 NAT

1987 Yamaha RD350

White Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2022
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,058 mi
Last recorded25,058 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2021
Typical for 1987 Yamaha RD35026,609 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD985 NAT
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2021 25,058 miles

Lower Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 25,014 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 24,919 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 24,682 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 14 Mar 2017 24,675 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride Clutch lever (6.2.1h)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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D985 NAT is a 1987 Yamaha RD350 in White with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 D985 NAT, 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 D985 NAT registered?

D985 NAT is a 1987 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 24 March 1987.

Is D985 NAT safe to buy?

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