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LHB 655X

1981 Yamaha RD350

Black Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

18,821 mi
Last recorded18,821 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD35024,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLHB 655X
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 18,821 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2026 18,821 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 18,667 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 18,535 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 18,350 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 18,086 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 17,936 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 17,936 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 17 Nov 2012 17,936 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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LHB 655X is a 1981 Yamaha RD350 in Black with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LHB 655X, 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 LHB 655X registered?

LHB 655X is a 1981 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 27 August 1981.

Is LHB 655X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LHB 655X shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LHB 655X have outstanding finance?

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