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OY53 UNB

2003 Yamaha TDM900

Blue Petrol 897cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

47,752 mi
Last recorded47,752 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha TDM90025,629 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 UNB
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM900
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine897cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2026 47,752 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2026 47,752 miles

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

Handlebar restricted in free movement from lock to lock Right hand side hits tank. (2.1.4 (c))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2025 44,618 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 43,136 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2023 42,751 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 41,385 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 8 Oct 2022 41,385 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2021 41,026 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 40,921 miles

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 40,895 miles

Front tyre wearing uneven

Rear tyre wearing uneven

Pass 11 Nov 2017 40,683 miles

Rear tyre worn uneven

Pass 29 Oct 2016 40,302 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 39,758 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 38,834 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 38,357 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2013 38,357 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2012 36,081 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 36,080 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 34,613 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 34,002 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 34,002 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 32,171 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 32,171 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2008 29,831 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 21,105 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha TDM900?

Based on 25,146 MOT tests across 1,871 vehicles.

90.3%
Pass Rate
1,452
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,871
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 271
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 204
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 106
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 60
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 59
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OY53 UNB is a 2003 Yamaha TDM900 in Blue with a 897cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha TDM900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 25,629 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 TDM900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 271 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OY53 UNB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TDM900 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha TDM900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OY53 UNB registered?

OY53 UNB is a 2003 Yamaha TDM900, first registered on 1 November 2003.

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