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WKX 31X

1981 Yamaha RD350LC

White Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

42,350 mi
Last recorded42,350 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2022
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD350LC25,837 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKX 31X
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350LC
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2022 42,350 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 42,118 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

day time mot only

Fail 15 May 2021 42,118 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

day time mot only

Pass 7 Jun 2019 42,000 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front and rear lights masked off at time of retest

Rear drive sprocket retaining nuts do not appear to have a locking device

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wear/movement in rear swing arm pivot bushes/bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2019 42,000 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear drive sprocket retaining nuts do not appear to have a locking device

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wear/movement in rear swing arm pivot bushes/bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2018 41,836 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 41,836 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 41,778 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 41,374 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 41,103 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 40,857 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 40,306 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 39,629 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Indicators not fitted at time of test

Nearside handlebar grip partially loose

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 22 May 2010 39,629 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Indicators not fitted at time of test

Nearside handlebar grip partially loose

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 May 2009 39,493 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 39,493 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 May 2007 19,967 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 8 May 2006 19,468 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 May 2006 19,468 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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WKX 31X is a 1981 Yamaha RD350LC in White with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha RD350LC models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 25,837 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 WKX 31X, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha RD350LC is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WKX 31X registered?

WKX 31X is a 1981 Yamaha RD350LC, first registered on 1 August 1981.

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