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J492 SDA

1991 Yamaha Tdm

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

56,408 mi
Last recorded56,408 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Tdm37,611 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ492 SDA
MakeYamaha
ModelTdm
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 56,408 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2025 56,402 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2023 55,790 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 55,022 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 1 Sep 2021 55,015 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2013 54,792 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 24 Mar 2012 53,607 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 53,607 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 49,582 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 46,418 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 46,010 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Front tyre feathered but not worn excessivly

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 39,859 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 37,587 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Tdm?

Based on 2,530 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
980
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 33
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 33
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 14
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J492 SDA is a 1991 Yamaha Tdm in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha Tdm models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 37,611 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 Tdm fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 33 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J492 SDA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Tdm typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 35 years old, this Yamaha Tdm is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J492 SDA registered?

J492 SDA is a 1991 Yamaha Tdm, first registered on 21 August 1991.

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