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KMU 698W

1981 Yamaha RD350LC

Black Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

35,430 mi
Last recorded35,430 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2021
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD350LC25,837 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKMU 698W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD350LC
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2021 35,430 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2021 35,430 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 34,375 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 33,912 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 32,213 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 30,866 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 30,778 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 28,836 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 28,400 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha RD350LC?

Based on 1,951 MOT tests across 307 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
181
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 11
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 9
Horn not working 8
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KMU 698W is a 1981 Yamaha RD350LC in Black with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha RD350LC models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 25,837 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha RD350LC fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KMU 698W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha RD350LC typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha RD350LC is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KMU 698W registered?

KMU 698W is a 1981 Yamaha RD350LC, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is KMU 698W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KMU 698W shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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