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E998 XKY

1988 Yamaha RD350

Black Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2024
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

33,882 mi
Last recorded33,882 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2023
Typical for 1988 Yamaha RD35025,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE998 XKY
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2023 33,882 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 33,706 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2022 33,700 miles

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2013 33,687 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2013 33,685 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jul 2012 33,621 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2011 33,497 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 33,497 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 33,408 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 33,286 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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E998 XKY is a 1988 Yamaha RD350 in Black with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 E998 XKY, 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 E998 XKY registered?

E998 XKY is a 1988 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 15 April 1988.

Is E998 XKY safe to buy?

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