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POD 222W

1981 Yamaha Rd 350

White Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2020
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,421 mi
Last recorded42,421 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2019
Typical for 1981 Yamaha Rd 35024,742 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPOD 222W
MakeYamaha
ModelRd 350
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2019 42,421 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2019 42,421 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2014 41,209 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Rd 350?

Based on 822 MOT tests across 122 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
165
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
122
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 8
Direction indicators not working 5
Horn not working 5
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
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POD 222W is a 1981 Yamaha Rd 350 in White with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha Rd 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 24,742 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 350 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying POD 222W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Rd 350 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha Rd 350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was POD 222W registered?

POD 222W is a 1981 Yamaha Rd 350, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is POD 222W safe to buy?

The MOT history for POD 222W 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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