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EPU 900Y

1982 Yamaha RD350

Black Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

43,308 mi
Last recorded43,308 miles
Recorded on28 May 2022
Typical for 1982 Yamaha RD35025,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPU 900Y
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2022 43,308 miles

slight oil leak from rear of engine

Pass 26 Jun 2021 42,701 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 42,014 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 41,272 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 May 2014 40,571 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 40,402 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

play in centre stand pivots

Fail 26 Apr 2012 40,370 miles

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

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

play in centre stand pivots

Pass 30 Apr 2009 40,319 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 40,236 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 39,949 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 19 Jul 2006 39,940 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.5a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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EPU 900Y is a 1982 Yamaha RD350 in Black with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha RD350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 25,520 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 EPU 900Y, 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 44 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 EPU 900Y registered?

EPU 900Y is a 1982 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 27 August 1982.

Is EPU 900Y safe to buy?

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