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VUT 955X

1982 Yamaha RD350LC

Black Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

13,030 mi
Last recorded13,030 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1982 Yamaha RD350LC22,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVUT 955X
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350LC
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 13,030 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 12,931 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2021 12,931 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2020 12,822 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 12,818 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 12,708 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 12,317 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 11,218 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 10,882 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2014 10,731 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 10,556 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 10,260 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 9,402 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2010 9,392 miles

Front Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2009 9,005 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 7,968 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 7,228 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2007 7,160 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2006 5,577 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha RD350LC?

Based on 1,951 MOT tests across 307 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
181
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 11
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 9
Horn not working 8
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VUT 955X is a 1982 Yamaha RD350LC in Black with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha RD350LC models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 22,484 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 RD350LC fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VUT 955X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha RD350LC typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 44 years old, this Yamaha RD350LC is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VUT 955X registered?

VUT 955X is a 1982 Yamaha RD350LC, first registered on 13 April 1982.

Is VUT 955X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VUT 955X shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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