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G131 XPM

1989 Yamaha RD350

Red Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

18,791 mi
Last recorded18,791 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2024
Typical for 1989 Yamaha RD35025,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG131 XPM
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2024 18,791 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 18,787 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 18,693 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 18,627 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 18,493 miles

Nearside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 18,401 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 18,324 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit rear (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 13 Apr 2017 18,324 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit rear (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 18,191 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 18,017 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 17,908 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 17,905 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 17,803 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 17,410 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 16,715 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 16,380 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 16,011 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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G131 XPM is a 1989 Yamaha RD350 in Red with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 G131 XPM, 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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G131 XPM is a 1989 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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