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E455 MCW

1988 Yamaha Rd 350

Black Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

38,052 mi
Last recorded38,052 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE455 MCW
MakeYamaha
ModelRd 350
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2022 38,052 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 37,552 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 37,324 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 36,860 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 36,531 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 35,992 miles

front brakes showing early signs of binding.(Possibly a spacing issue)

Fail 8 Apr 2015 35,989 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

front brakes showing early signs of binding.(Possibly a spacing issue)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 35,964 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2009 35,553 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 35,319 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 34,904 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 5 Nov 2005 34,368 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Rd 350?

Based on 822 MOT tests across 122 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
165
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
122
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 8
Direction indicators not working 5
Horn not working 5
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
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E455 MCW is a 1988 Yamaha Rd 350 in Black with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

The most common reason a Yamaha Rd 350 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E455 MCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Rd 350 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 38 years old, this Yamaha Rd 350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E455 MCW registered?

E455 MCW is a 1988 Yamaha Rd 350, first registered on 22 April 1988.

Is E455 MCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E455 MCW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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