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YBL 431T

1979 Yamaha RD350

Yellow Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

7,170 mi
Last recorded7,170 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBL 431T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2023 7,170 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 7,062 miles

Exhaust noisy Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 Oct 2020 7,038 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel Poor braking effort at rear wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear tyre worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2017 6,877 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2015 6,833 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Chain guard lightly rubbing Missing (6.2.1c)

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

Pass 15 May 2014 6,692 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 May 2013 6,613 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 6,519 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 6,313 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2010 6,313 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 6,234 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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YBL 431T is a 1979 Yamaha RD350 in Yellow with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YBL 431T, 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 47 years old, this Yamaha RD350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YBL 431T registered?

YBL 431T is a 1979 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 9 January 1979.

Is YBL 431T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBL 431T shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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