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OSE 449W

1980 Yamaha RD350LC

White Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,972 mi
Last recorded29,972 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2009
Typical for 1980 Yamaha RD350LC28,034 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOSE 449W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350LC
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 9 Apr 2009 29,972 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear tyre splitting around side wall and needs to be replaced

Pass 23 Jul 2007 29,781 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 29,639 miles

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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OSE 449W is a 1980 Yamaha RD350LC in White with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha RD350LC models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 28,034 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 OSE 449W, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha RD350LC is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OSE 449W registered?

OSE 449W is a 1980 Yamaha RD350LC, first registered on 1 October 1980.

Is OSE 449W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OSE 449W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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