CarVerify

Free Car Check

J977 DSL

1991 Yamaha Tdm

Black Petrol 849cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2025
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

64,676 mi
Last recorded64,676 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2024
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Tdm37,611 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ977 DSL
MakeYamaha
ModelTdm
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc
View full Yamaha Tdm reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2024 64,676 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2024 64,676 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 62,773 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 61,040 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2021 61,031 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Drive belt excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Dec 2020 60,078 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 58,712 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2019 58,712 miles

Front Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Aug 2018 57,402 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 56,597 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 56,597 miles

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 55,754 miles

FRONT & REAR TYRES UNDERINFLATED

Fail 28 Jun 2016 55,754 miles

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

FRONT & REAR TYRES UNDERINFLATED

Pass 7 May 2015 55,164 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 54,465 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 54,073 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 53,217 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 53,214 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2007 51,396 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 29 Mar 2007 51,396 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

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
Full Yamaha Tdm reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

J977 DSL is a 1991 Yamaha Tdm in Black with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 J977 DSL, 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

How do I check the history of J977 DSL?

You can check the full history of J977 DSL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was J977 DSL registered?

J977 DSL is a 1991 Yamaha Tdm, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J977 DSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J977 DSL shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J977 DSL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on J977 DSL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.