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NSO 244W

1981 Yamaha RD350LC

Blue Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

18,290 mi
Last recorded18,290 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2013
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD350LC25,837 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNSO 244W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350LC
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2013 18,290 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 18,240 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 31 May 2012 18,240 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 82,134 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 11 Jun 2010 82,134 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Yamaha RD350LC?

Based on 1,951 MOT tests across 307 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
181
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 11
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 9
Horn not working 8
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NSO 244W is a 1981 Yamaha RD350LC in Blue with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha RD350LC models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 25,837 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 RD350LC fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NSO 244W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha RD350LC typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha RD350LC is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NSO 244W registered?

NSO 244W is a 1981 Yamaha RD350LC, first registered on 4 March 1981.

Is NSO 244W safe to buy?

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