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JWU 142Y

1983 Yamaha RD350

Red Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2024
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,346 mi
Last recorded17,346 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2023
Typical for 1983 Yamaha RD35020,687 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJWU 142Y
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 6 Jul 2023 17,346 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2022 16,493 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 16,085 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 43,812 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 43,801 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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JWU 142Y is a 1983 Yamaha RD350 in Red with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha RD350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 20,687 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 JWU 142Y, 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 43 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 JWU 142Y registered?

JWU 142Y is a 1983 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is JWU 142Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for JWU 142Y shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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