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OFC 698W

1981 Yamaha RD350

White Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

33,537 mi
Last recorded33,537 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD35024,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFC 698W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 33,537 miles

Gear linkage pivots worn.

Pass 1 Jul 2020 33,529 miles

Gear lever mechanism worn

Pass 12 May 2017 33,396 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 33,256 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 33,248 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 32,772 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 32,564 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 32,564 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 32,445 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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OFC 698W is a 1981 Yamaha RD350 in White with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 OFC 698W, 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 OFC 698W registered?

OFC 698W is a 1981 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 10 July 1981.

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The MOT history for OFC 698W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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