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P998 CUY

1997 Yamaha TDM850

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

54,408 mi
Last recorded54,408 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TDM85028,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP998 CUY
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 54,408 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 54,246 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 53,717 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 53,250 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 51,975 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 48,542 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 45,456 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2014 42,360 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 40,362 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 38,630 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2011 36,614 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2010 30,646 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 29,179 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 28,920 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2006 28,125 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2005 27,385 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2005 27,385 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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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P998 CUY is a 1997 Yamaha TDM850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 P998 CUY, 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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What year was P998 CUY registered?

P998 CUY is a 1997 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 2 June 1997.

Is P998 CUY safe to buy?

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