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K39 YBW

1993 Yamaha RD350

Black Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

15,722 mi
Last recorded15,722 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1993 Yamaha RD35015,593 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK39 YBW
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 15,722 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 15,632 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 15,630 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 15,593 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 15,501 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 15,328 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 15,160 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 14,937 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 14,758 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 14,736 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 14,517 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 14,189 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 13,987 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 13,987 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 May 2007 13,623 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 13,238 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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K39 YBW is a 1993 Yamaha RD350 in Black with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha RD350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 15,593 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 K39 YBW, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha RD350 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K39 YBW registered?

K39 YBW is a 1993 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 9 June 1993.

Is K39 YBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K39 YBW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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