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NNB 896W

1980 Yamaha RD350

Blue Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

48,232 mi
Last recorded48,232 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 Yamaha RD35026,980 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNNB 896W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2019 48,232 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 48,184 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 48,184 miles

Front Wheel more than one fixing missing missing split pin (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2017 47,834 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 47,570 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 47,254 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 47,254 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 46,296 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 46,253 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 45,926 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Feb 2008 45,666 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 16 Feb 2008 45,666 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Feb 2007 45,354 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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NNB 896W is a 1980 Yamaha RD350 in Blue with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha RD350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 26,980 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 NNB 896W, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha RD350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NNB 896W registered?

NNB 896W is a 1980 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 22 August 1980.

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The MOT history for NNB 896W shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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