Yamaha Tdm 900 A Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Yamaha Tdm 900 A reliable? We analysed 1,382 real MOT tests across 125 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha Tdm 900 A is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha Tdm 900 A.
Yamaha Tdm 900 A Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha Tdm 900 A. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha Tdm 900 A MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha Tdm 900 A to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha Tdm 900 A Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha Tdm 900 A fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha Tdm 900 A Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Yamaha Tdm 900 A models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Yamaha Tdm 900 A Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha Tdm 900 A owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha Tdm 900 A MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha Tdm 900 A year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 112 | 96.4% | 13,998 | 20,418 | 34,375 |
| 2009 | 56 | 92.9% | 15,864 | 25,880 | 34,561 |
| 2008 | 211 | 93.4% | 9,584 | 16,187 | 28,080 |
| 2007 | 351 | 88.3% | 13,310 | 22,754 | 37,388 |
| 2006 | 209 | 92.3% | 8,927 | 15,868 | 27,659 |
| 2005 | 349 | 89.4% | 11,927 | 19,632 | 32,735 |
How Long Does a Yamaha Tdm 900 A Last?
Based on 125 Yamaha Tdm 900 A vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha Tdm 900 A Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha Tdm 900 A MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Yamaha Tdm 900 A
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
96.4% MOT pass rate from 112 tests
88.3% MOT pass rate from 351 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha Tdm 900 A is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 96.4% across 112 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha Tdm 900 A Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha Tdm 900 A THIS CAR | 91.2% | 1,382 | 19,294 mi | 21 yrs |
| Yamaha Yzf R1 | 86.5% | 175,313 | 16,232 mi | 28 yrs |
| Yamaha FZS600 | 85% | 157,659 | 22,466 mi | 28 yrs |
| Yamaha XJR1300 | 88.8% | 107,128 | 16,836 mi | 27 yrs |
| Piaggio Typhoon | 78.2% | 849 | 12,366 mi | 32 yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha Tdm 900 A outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Yamaha Tdm 900 A has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.2% across 1,382 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Yamaha Tdm 900 A are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (10 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (9), and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (8). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Yamaha Tdm 900 A with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Yamaha Tdm 900 A owner drives around 1,402 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Yamaha Tdm 900 A models stay on UK roads for around 21 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.