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MTY 897X

1982 Yamaha Rd 350

Blue Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,267 mi
Last recorded36,267 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMTY 897X
MakeYamaha
ModelRd 350
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2025 36,267 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 36,133 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 35,841 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2022 35,529 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Feb 2021 35,434 miles

Front tyre sidewall perished

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

Rear tyre sidewall perished

Pass 7 Mar 2020 35,190 miles

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

Fail 7 Mar 2020 35,190 miles

Brake rod insecure (1.1.15 (c))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2019 35,040 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 34,923 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Feb 2017 34,344 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 34,092 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 34,067 miles

No indicators fitted at time of test

Fail 5 Mar 2015 34,066 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

No indicators fitted at time of test

Fail 19 Dec 2014 34,066 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front position lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.3c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

front mud guard bracket broken

Pass 24 Jul 2006 33,537 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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MTY 897X is a 1982 Yamaha Rd 350 in Blue with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MTY 897X, 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 44 years old, this Yamaha Rd 350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MTY 897X registered?

MTY 897X is a 1982 Yamaha Rd 350, first registered on 23 March 1982.

Is MTY 897X safe to buy?

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