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F455 HEO

1988 Yamaha RD350

White Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

4,263 mi
Last recorded4,263 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2015
Typical for 1988 Yamaha RD35025,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF455 HEO
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2015 4,263 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 27 Feb 2015 404 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4) DANGEROUS

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 4 Jun 2013 2,867 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 2,867 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 850 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 846 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 12,838 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 12,776 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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F455 HEO is a 1988 Yamaha RD350 in White with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 F455 HEO, 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 F455 HEO registered?

F455 HEO is a 1988 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 8 August 1988.

Is F455 HEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F455 HEO shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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