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MSS 863W

1981 Yamaha RD350

Black Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,692 mi
Last recorded24,692 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2015
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD35024,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMSS 863W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2015 24,692 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 24,485 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 24,000 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 23,745 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2009 23,038 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 21,750 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 21,382 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 10 May 2006 21,371 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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MSS 863W is a 1981 Yamaha RD350 in Black with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MSS 863W, 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 MSS 863W registered?

MSS 863W is a 1981 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 14 January 1981.

Is MSS 863W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MSS 863W shows 8 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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