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E516 FNR

1987 Yamaha RD350

Blue Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,278 mi
Last recorded30,278 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Yamaha RD35026,609 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE516 FNR
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 30,278 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 29,974 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 29,777 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 28,960 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 28,925 miles

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 28,911 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 28,911 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 28,374 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 27,924 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Jul 2016 27,318 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 26,847 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 26,847 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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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E516 FNR is a 1987 Yamaha RD350 in Blue with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 E516 FNR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E516 FNR registered?

E516 FNR is a 1987 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 15 October 1987.

Is E516 FNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E516 FNR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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