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PVL 260V

1980 Yamaha RD350

White Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

5,615 mi
Last recorded5,615 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2020
Typical for 1980 Yamaha RD35026,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVL 260V
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2020 5,615 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 5,493 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 May 2018 5,040 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 May 2017 4,544 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 23 May 2017 4,544 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 May 2016 4,001 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 9 May 2016 4,001 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high 6CM (1.6)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 May 2015 3,156 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 3 May 2014 2,500 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 41,896 miles

Chain guard missing

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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PVL 260V is a 1980 Yamaha RD350 in White with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PVL 260V, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PVL 260V registered?

PVL 260V is a 1980 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 1 July 1980.

Is PVL 260V safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVL 260V shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PVL 260V have outstanding finance?

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