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F34 MBY

1988 Yamaha RD350

Red Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

46,906 mi
Last recorded46,906 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha RD35025,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF34 MBY
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2025 46,906 miles
Fail 17 May 2025 46,906 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2024 46,599 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 46,417 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 46,194 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2022 46,194 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Central Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 45,912 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2021 45,912 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working control 2 (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

coolant return hose perished

Pass 7 Aug 2019 45,232 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 44,382 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 44,032 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 43,075 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 41,321 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 27,130 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2010 25,728 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 24,891 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 23,822 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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F34 MBY is a 1988 Yamaha RD350 in Red with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 F34 MBY, 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 F34 MBY registered?

F34 MBY is a 1988 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 8 September 1988.

Is F34 MBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for F34 MBY shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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