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RDF 672W

1981 Yamaha RD350

White Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

32,125 mi
Last recorded32,125 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD35024,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRDF 672W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 32,125 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 32,116 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 32,075 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 31,976 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 31,971 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 31,916 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 31,880 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 31,814 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 31,812 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Floor brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2005 39,044 miles

Horn works ok but may be a 6v item.

Offside Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

brake pedal is getting close to maximum travel when applied hard.

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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RDF 672W is a 1981 Yamaha RD350 in White with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha RD350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 24,562 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 RDF 672W, 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 45 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 RDF 672W registered?

RDF 672W is a 1981 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is RDF 672W safe to buy?

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