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YST 292W

1980 Yamaha RD350

White Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

54,527 mi
Last recorded54,527 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2020
Typical for 1980 Yamaha RD35026,980 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYST 292W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2020 54,527 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 54,262 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 53,995 miles

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

front / rear valve caps missing

Fail 16 Sep 2017 53,995 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

front / rear valve caps missing

Pass 10 Sep 2016 53,511 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 53,084 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 53,031 miles
Fail 24 May 2014 53,031 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 May 2013 52,352 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 52,223 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 52,223 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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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YST 292W is a 1980 Yamaha RD350 in White with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha RD350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 26,980 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 YST 292W, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha RD350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YST 292W registered?

YST 292W is a 1980 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 25 August 1980.

Is YST 292W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YST 292W 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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