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F182 LAU

1989 Yamaha RD350

Black Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

23,960 mi
Last recorded23,960 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Yamaha RD35025,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF182 LAU
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 23,960 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 23,882 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 23,820 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 23,389 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2022 23,389 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 23,577 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 23,469 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 23,381 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 23,258 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 22,987 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 22,987 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 22,774 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2013 22,774 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 22,244 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 21,959 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 21,594 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 21,196 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 20,415 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

front wheel slight bind

Pass 11 Apr 2006 20,052 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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F182 LAU is a 1989 Yamaha RD350 in Black with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha RD350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 25,032 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 F182 LAU, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha RD350 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F182 LAU registered?

F182 LAU is a 1989 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 2 May 1989.

Is F182 LAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F182 LAU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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