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E297 ARJ

1988 Yamaha RD350

Black Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

22,461 mi
Last recorded22,461 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha RD35025,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE297 ARJ
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2025 22,461 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2023 22,389 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 22,312 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 22,043 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2021 22,043 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2019 21,691 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 21,315 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 21,222 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 21,165 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 21,122 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 21,045 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 21,045 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 20,969 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 20,811 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 20,527 miles

brake pedal on travel limit advise early attention

Pass 4 Mar 2008 20,373 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 20,146 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 20,054 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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E297 ARJ is a 1988 Yamaha RD350 in Black with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha RD350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 25,199 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E297 ARJ, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha RD350 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E297 ARJ registered?

E297 ARJ is a 1988 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 23 May 1988.

Is E297 ARJ safe to buy?

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