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MLA 305V

1980 Yamaha Rd

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2025
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,882 mi
Last recorded38,882 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2024
Typical for 1980 Yamaha Rd25,179 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLA 305V
MakeYamaha
ModelRd
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2024 38,882 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 38,575 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 38,287 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 38,137 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2020 37,572 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 37,182 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 36,867 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 36,458 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 36,426 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 36,362 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 36,244 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 35,751 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Rd?

Based on 2,514 MOT tests across 385 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
199
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
385
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
Horn not working 12
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MLA 305V is a 1980 Yamaha Rd in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha Rd models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 25,179 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Rd fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MLA 305V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Rd typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 46 years old, this Yamaha Rd is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MLA 305V registered?

MLA 305V is a 1980 Yamaha Rd, first registered on 3 March 1980.

Is MLA 305V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLA 305V shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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