1981 Yamaha RD350 0.3L Petrol · AFM 197W
1981 Yamaha RD350 (0.3L, petrol). First registered 23 Mar 1981. Recorded mileage 21,273 miles. MOT expired on 08 Oct 2022. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- YAMAHA RD350
- Year / Origin
- 1981 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Oct 2022
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 21,273 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 0.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AFM 197W Key Findings
- 8 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/10/2021
- 21,273 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AFM 197W MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
8 MOT tests are recorded for this 1981 Yamaha Rd350 (AFM 197W) between May 2006 and October 2021.
The record contains 6 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 October 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
AFM 197W Mileage History
- 12/05/200621,025 mi
- 04/05/200721,214 mi+189 mi
- 23/05/200821,221 mi+7 mi
- 23/05/200821,221 mi
- 29/05/200921,244 mi+23 mi
- 29/05/200921,244 mi
- 25/06/201021,259 mi+15 mi
- 09/10/202121,273 mi+14 mi
Average of roughly 16 miles per year across 8 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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