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JHL 653W

1981 Yamaha RD350

White Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

28,241 mi
Last recorded28,241 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD35024,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHL 653W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 28,241 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 28,215 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 28,122 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2019 28,122 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 27,758 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 27,695 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 27,608 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 27,608 miles

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 5 Sep 2014 27,480 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 27,480 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 27,428 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 27,428 miles

Centre Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Jul 2012 22,248 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 22,248 miles

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2011 22,056 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 22,050 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 22,028 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 21,751 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 21,674 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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JHL 653W is a 1981 Yamaha RD350 in White with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 JHL 653W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JHL 653W registered?

JHL 653W is a 1981 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 28 January 1981.

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The MOT history for JHL 653W shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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