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KNN 52V

1980 Yamaha RD350

Yellow Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2017
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

9,719 mi
Last recorded9,719 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2016
Typical for 1980 Yamaha RD35026,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKNN 52V
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2016 9,719 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 9,703 miles

Offside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 9,703 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 9,577 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 9,540 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

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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KNN 52V is a 1980 Yamaha RD350 in Yellow with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha RD350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 26,980 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 KNN 52V, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha RD350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KNN 52V registered?

KNN 52V is a 1980 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is KNN 52V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KNN 52V shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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