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RVS 623W

1981 Yamaha RD350

White Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,162 mi
Last recorded29,162 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD35024,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVS 623W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 29,162 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 29,155 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 28,941 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 28,910 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 28,810 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 28,501 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 27,395 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 27,395 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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RVS 623W is a 1981 Yamaha RD350 in White with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 RVS 623W, 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

How do I check the history of RVS 623W?

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What year was RVS 623W registered?

RVS 623W is a 1981 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 16 February 1981.

Is RVS 623W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVS 623W shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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