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RNL 553Y

1982 Yamaha RD350

Blue Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2023
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,354 mi
Last recorded30,354 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2022
Typical for 1982 Yamaha RD35025,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNL 553Y
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2022 30,354 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 30,229 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 30,079 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 29,942 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 29,761 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 29,692 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2012 29,116 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 28,931 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 28,138 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 28,014 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 27,764 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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RNL 553Y is a 1982 Yamaha RD350 in Blue with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha RD350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 25,520 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 RNL 553Y, 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 44 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 RNL 553Y registered?

RNL 553Y is a 1982 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 15 October 1982.

Is RNL 553Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNL 553Y shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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