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G555 RFT

1989 Yamaha RD350

Blue Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,835 mi
Last recorded14,835 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Yamaha RD35025,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG555 RFT
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 14,835 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2026 14,835 miles

Nearside Front Brake caliper inadequately mounted pad pins (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 12,476 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 9,849 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2020 8,322 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 6,598 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 4,902 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2018 4,902 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride sprocket nut (6.2.1h)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 4,012 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 2,739 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 1,587 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 15 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 9 miles

Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 30 May 2007 34,996 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 34,794 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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G555 RFT is a 1989 Yamaha RD350 in Blue with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 G555 RFT, 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 G555 RFT registered?

G555 RFT is a 1989 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 8 December 1989.

Is G555 RFT safe to buy?

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