CarVerify

Free Car Check

OEK 7W

1981 Yamaha RD350

White Petrol 347cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,321 mi
Last recorded12,321 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2025
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD35024,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEK 7W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2025 12,321 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 11,951 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 11,602 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 11,132 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 11,132 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 May 2015 9,370 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 7,776 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 7,533 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 7,533 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))

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 14 Mar 2009 6,633 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
Full Yamaha RD350 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

OEK 7W is a 1981 Yamaha RD350 in White with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 OEK 7W, 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

How do I check the history of OEK 7W?

You can check the full history of OEK 7W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was OEK 7W registered?

OEK 7W is a 1981 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is OEK 7W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEK 7W shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OEK 7W have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on OEK 7W. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.