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P342 SCA

1997 Yamaha Tdm

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

30,920 mi
Last recorded30,920 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Tdm30,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP342 SCA
MakeYamaha
ModelTdm
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2015 30,920 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 29,095 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

front tyer wall has cuts caused by separation or partal failure of its structure

Pass 23 Jul 2013 27,563 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 23 Jul 2013 27,563 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 26,629 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 28 Aug 2012 26,593 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 26,313 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 26,055 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 24,500 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 23,335 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 21,461 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 21,461 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 20,005 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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P342 SCA is a 1997 Yamaha Tdm in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Tdm models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 30,768 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 P342 SCA, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Tdm is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P342 SCA registered?

P342 SCA is a 1997 Yamaha Tdm, first registered on 4 April 1997.

Is P342 SCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P342 SCA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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