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P187 VCU

1996 Yamaha Tdm

Yellow Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

53,755 mi
Last recorded53,755 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2014
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Tdm27,524 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP187 VCU
MakeYamaha
ModelTdm
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2014 53,755 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 52,890 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 52,890 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 51,160 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2012 51,160 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 16 May 2011 49,842 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 14,769 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 40,557 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

o/s indicator flashing slightly fast

Pass 6 May 2008 37,956 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 33,726 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 30,748 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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P187 VCU is a 1996 Yamaha Tdm in Yellow with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Tdm models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 27,524 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 P187 VCU, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha Tdm is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P187 VCU registered?

P187 VCU is a 1996 Yamaha Tdm, first registered on 8 August 1996.

Is P187 VCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P187 VCU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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