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KHL 451W

1981 Yamaha RD350

Black Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

42,357 mi
Last recorded42,357 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2021
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD35024,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKHL 451W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2021 42,357 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 42,131 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 41,624 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 41,407 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 40,902 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 40,584 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 39,723 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 39,723 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 39,005 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 38,996 miles

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 37,998 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Aug 2010 37,096 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 36,370 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 36,361 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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KHL 451W is a 1981 Yamaha RD350 in Black with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KHL 451W, 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 KHL 451W registered?

KHL 451W is a 1981 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is KHL 451W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KHL 451W shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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