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OWA 268X

1981 Yamaha Rd

White Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

26,201 mi
Last recorded26,201 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2021
Typical for 1981 Yamaha Rd26,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOWA 268X
MakeYamaha
ModelRd
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2021 26,201 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2021 26,201 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 26,145 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 26,145 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 26,110 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 26,058 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jun 2014 20,520 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 20,491 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 20,491 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 May 2006 20,422 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Rd?

Based on 2,514 MOT tests across 385 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
199
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
385
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
Horn not working 12
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OWA 268X is a 1981 Yamaha Rd in White with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha Rd models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 26,652 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 Rd fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OWA 268X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Rd typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha Rd is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OWA 268X registered?

OWA 268X is a 1981 Yamaha Rd, first registered on 1 September 1981.

Is OWA 268X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OWA 268X shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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