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NMW 690X

1982 Yamaha RD350

Black Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2022
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

25,269 mi
Last recorded25,269 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2021
Typical for 1982 Yamaha RD35025,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMW 690X
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2021 25,269 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at head (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Jul 2021 25,269 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar left had grip (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at head (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2013 25,267 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 1 Aug 2013 25,264 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 24,643 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

offside mirror insecure.

signs of a coolant leak to the nearside

small trace of oil on the rear wheel and tyre which i have cleaned off.

the end of the throttle tube is broken slightly, recommend a new tube is fitted a.s.a.p.

Fail 27 Jun 2011 24,643 miles

Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

offside mirror insecure.

signs of a coolant leak to the nearside

small trace of oil on the rear wheel and tyre which i have cleaned off.

the end of the throttle tube is broken slightly, recommend a new tube is fitted a.s.a.p.

Pass 16 Jun 2006 24,522 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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NMW 690X is a 1982 Yamaha RD350 in Black with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha RD350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 25,520 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 NMW 690X, 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 44 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 NMW 690X registered?

NMW 690X is a 1982 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 6 July 1982.

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