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MKW 187W

1981 Yamaha RD350

Grey Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2022
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,295 mi
Last recorded21,295 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD35024,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMKW 187W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2021 21,295 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 20,758 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2019 20,758 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 20,236 miles

Front brake slightly binding on after being applied

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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MKW 187W is a 1981 Yamaha RD350 in Grey with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MKW 187W, 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

How do I check the history of MKW 187W?

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What year was MKW 187W registered?

MKW 187W is a 1981 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is MKW 187W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MKW 187W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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