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GFT 525W

1981 Yamaha RD350

Blue Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

22,977 mi
Last recorded22,977 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2020
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD35024,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFT 525W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2020 22,977 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 22,392 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 22,293 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 22,281 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 8 May 2015 21,872 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 21,802 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 21,702 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 May 2012 21,702 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 31 May 2011 21,522 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 21,090 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 20,852 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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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GFT 525W is a 1981 Yamaha RD350 in Blue with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha RD350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 24,562 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 GFT 525W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha RD350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GFT 525W registered?

GFT 525W is a 1981 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 27 March 1981.

Is GFT 525W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFT 525W shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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