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F122 VEL

1988 Yamaha RD350

Black Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,931 mi
Last recorded24,931 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2014
Typical for 1988 Yamaha RD35025,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF122 VEL
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2014 24,931 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 24,805 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 24,800 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

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

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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F122 VEL is a 1988 Yamaha RD350 in Black with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 F122 VEL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F122 VEL registered?

F122 VEL is a 1988 Yamaha RD350, first registered on 11 November 1988.

Is F122 VEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F122 VEL shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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