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SPA 855X

1981 Yamaha RD350

Blue Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2016
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

40,549 mi
Last recorded40,549 miles
Recorded on30 May 2015
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD35024,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPA 855X
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2015 40,549 miles

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

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

clutch lever pivot worn

Fail 23 May 2015 40,540 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

clutch lever pivot worn

Pass 2 Apr 2014 40,331 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Fail 1 Apr 2014 40,331 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir severely damaged (3.2.B1b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 40,215 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Fail 19 Nov 2011 40,215 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

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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SPA 855X is a 1981 Yamaha RD350 in Blue with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 SPA 855X, 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 SPA 855X registered?

SPA 855X is a 1981 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 12 October 1981.

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