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DOT 918W

1981 Yamaha RD350

Red Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2017
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,623 mi
Last recorded34,623 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2016
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD35024,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOT 918W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2016 34,623 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. out to nearside (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2014 34,506 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 34,494 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 34,406 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 35,349 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 34,144 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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DOT 918W is a 1981 Yamaha RD350 in Red with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha RD350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 24,562 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 DOT 918W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha RD350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DOT 918W registered?

DOT 918W is a 1981 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 1 June 1981.

Is DOT 918W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOT 918W shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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