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K197 XTG

1992 Yamaha Tdm

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

40,501 mi
Last recorded40,501 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2023
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Tdm32,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK197 XTG
MakeYamaha
ModelTdm
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2023 40,501 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 40,002 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 38,860 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 38,855 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 35,569 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 32,112 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated All brake hose unions slightly corroded (3.2.B3b)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Rear chassis below passenger seat (6.1.1a)

Roller brake test shows front brakes slightly binding

Pass 3 Jul 2014 32,035 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 31,922 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 31,922 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 31,808 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 15 Jun 2012 31,808 miles

Front Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2011 31,685 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 28 Apr 2011 31,685 miles

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

Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 23 Feb 2010 31,292 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2010 31,292 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 28,917 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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K197 XTG is a 1992 Yamaha Tdm in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha Tdm models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 32,908 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 K197 XTG, 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 34 years old, this Yamaha Tdm is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K197 XTG registered?

K197 XTG is a 1992 Yamaha Tdm, first registered on 20 August 1992.

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