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PNG 997W

1980 Yamaha RD350

Blue Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

2,305 mi
Last recorded2,305 miles
Recorded on25 May 2023
Typical for 1980 Yamaha RD35026,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPNG 997W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2023 2,305 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 2,293 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 2,118 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 1,971 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 1,971 miles

Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure rear swinging arm (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 1,850 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 1,660 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. Stanchions starting to pit (2.3.1)

Front tyre close to wear limit

Pass 13 Apr 2016 1,272 miles

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

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play Rear shock absorber (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 1,268 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 1,268 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 1,184 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 1,184 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2007 6 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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PNG 997W is a 1980 Yamaha RD350 in Blue with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha RD350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 26,980 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 PNG 997W, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha RD350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PNG 997W registered?

PNG 997W is a 1980 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 11 November 1980.

Is PNG 997W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PNG 997W shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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