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DRS 143J

1971 Yamaha RD350

Orange Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

7,954 mi
Last recorded7,954 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRS 143J
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2017 7,954 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 7,429 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 7,283 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 68,141 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 6,198 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 5,590 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 5,590 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 5,037 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 5,037 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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DRS 143J is a 1971 Yamaha RD350 in Orange with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DRS 143J, 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 55 years old, this Yamaha RD350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DRS 143J registered?

DRS 143J is a 1971 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is DRS 143J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRS 143J shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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