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P903 MKW

1997 Yamaha Tdm

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2023
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

50,878 mi
Last recorded50,878 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Tdm30,768 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP903 MKW
MakeYamaha
ModelTdm
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2022 50,878 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 50,335 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2017 50,335 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 49,085 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 49,085 miles

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Fail 13 May 2016 49,079 miles

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

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

Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 48,279 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 48,174 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Sep 2009 47,037 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2009 47,037 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 43,069 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 38,785 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 34,648 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 34,517 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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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P903 MKW is a 1997 Yamaha Tdm in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 P903 MKW, 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 P903 MKW registered?

P903 MKW is a 1997 Yamaha Tdm, first registered on 2 April 1997.

Is P903 MKW safe to buy?

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