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P83 BUJ

1997 Yamaha Tdm

Yellow Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

49,205 mi
Last recorded49,205 miles
Recorded on19 May 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Tdm30,768 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP83 BUJ
MakeYamaha
ModelTdm
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2023 49,205 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2023 49,205 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 48,756 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 46,806 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 45,542 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 43,099 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 39,460 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 36,916 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 33,600 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 30,485 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 27,071 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 24,169 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 24,147 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2012 24,104 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 23,466 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 22,430 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 22,116 miles

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

l/h handlebar grip starting to loosen

Pass 21 Jun 2008 21,933 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 20,879 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 1,826 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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P83 BUJ is a 1997 Yamaha Tdm in Yellow with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 P83 BUJ, 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 P83 BUJ registered?

P83 BUJ is a 1997 Yamaha Tdm, first registered on 1 January 1997.

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