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F905 STR

1989 Yamaha RD350

Black Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,252 mi
Last recorded23,252 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2018
Typical for 1989 Yamaha RD35025,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF905 STR
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2018 23,252 miles

Front brake union security poor

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2018 23,252 miles

Rear Footrest missing pillion (6.2.12 (a))

Front brake union security poor

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (7.7 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2013 55,416 miles

slight oil leak from engine

Pass 1 Sep 2011 55,236 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 23,208 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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F905 STR is a 1989 Yamaha RD350 in Black with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 F905 STR, 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 F905 STR registered?

F905 STR is a 1989 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 22 May 1989.

Is F905 STR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F905 STR shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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