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EHC 982W

1980 Yamaha RD350

Blue Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

40,026 mi
Last recorded40,026 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2018
Typical for 1980 Yamaha RD35026,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEHC 982W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2018 40,026 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 40,009 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 39,942 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 39,771 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 39,574 miles

Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Fail 25 Aug 2011 39,574 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 39,427 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 39,156 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 38,805 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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EHC 982W is a 1980 Yamaha RD350 in Blue with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha RD350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 26,980 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 EHC 982W, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha RD350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EHC 982W registered?

EHC 982W is a 1980 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 20 October 1980.

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The MOT history for EHC 982W shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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