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E889 UUM

1988 Yamaha RD350

Black Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

16,660 mi
Last recorded16,660 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha RD35025,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE889 UUM
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 16,660 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 15,585 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort close to limit (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 14,646 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 14,631 miles
Fail 14 May 2022 14,631 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 May 2021 14,436 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 14,258 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 14,257 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 14,133 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 14,101 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 14,097 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 13,969 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 13,959 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 13,755 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 13,547 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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E889 UUM is a 1988 Yamaha RD350 in Black with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha RD350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 25,199 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 E889 UUM, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha RD350 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E889 UUM registered?

E889 UUM is a 1988 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 8 March 1988.

Is E889 UUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E889 UUM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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