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P157 MBF

1997 Yamaha TDM850

Silver Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

42,611 mi
Last recorded42,611 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TDM85028,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP157 MBF
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2023 42,611 miles

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front frame around headstock (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear swing arm corroded around rear shock mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 May 2022 42,589 miles

exhaust clamp missing, but system is secure

Pass 23 Mar 2021 42,496 miles

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Mar 2021 42,493 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Handlebar restricted in free movement from lock to lock wiring (2.1.4 (c))

Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 42,368 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Mar 2019 38,863 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 38,425 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 37,822 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 36,966 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 36,531 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 36,371 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 35,674 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 34,516 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 33,530 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 32,136 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 29,818 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 29,812 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 28,252 miles

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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P157 MBF is a 1997 Yamaha TDM850 in Silver with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha TDM850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 28,227 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P157 MBF, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha TDM850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P157 MBF is a 1997 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 1 March 1997.

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