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E292 BVX

1987 Yamaha RD350

Red Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

24,800 mi
Last recorded24,800 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Yamaha RD35026,609 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE292 BVX
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 24,800 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 24,784 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 24,759 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 24,719 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 24,582 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 24,582 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 24,574 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 24,574 miles

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 2,457 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 5 Dec 2011 24,535 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 24,535 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 24,460 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 24,468 miles

Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 24,468 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 24,313 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 15 Sep 2009 24,310 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 23,762 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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E292 BVX is a 1987 Yamaha RD350 in Red with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 E292 BVX, 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 E292 BVX registered?

E292 BVX is a 1987 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 21 October 1987.

Is E292 BVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E292 BVX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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