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K978 EWF

1992 Yamaha TDM850

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,140 mi
Last recorded43,140 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2011
Typical for 1992 Yamaha TDM85038,114 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK978 EWF
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2011 43,140 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 43,140 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 43,101 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 42,994 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 13 Oct 2006 42,976 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

How Reliable is the Yamaha TDM850?

Based on 22,526 MOT tests across 2,062 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
884
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
2,062
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 286
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 239
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 192
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 172
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 135
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K978 EWF is a 1992 Yamaha TDM850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha TDM850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 38,114 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 TDM850 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 286 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K978 EWF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TDM850 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 34 years old, this Yamaha TDM850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K978 EWF registered?

K978 EWF is a 1992 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K978 EWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K978 EWF shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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