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YUC 59T

1978 Yamaha RD350

White Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

26,198 mi
Last recorded26,198 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYUC 59T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 26,198 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 25,140 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 24,877 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2018 24,877 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2016 24,722 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 24,198 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 23,857 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 22,543 miles

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Fail 3 Jan 2012 22,524 miles

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

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

Nearside Front Brake component defective due to a deliberate modification which significantly reduces the original strength (3.1.5)

Offside Front Brake component defective due to a deliberate modification which significantly reduces the original strength (3.1.5)

Rear Brake pedal is inoperative (3.1.3c)

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

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

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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YUC 59T is a 1978 Yamaha RD350 in White with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YUC 59T, 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 48 years old, this Yamaha RD350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YUC 59T registered?

YUC 59T is a 1978 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 9 October 1978.

Is YUC 59T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YUC 59T shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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