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R115 TKX

1998 Yamaha TDM850

Black Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

50,451 mi
Last recorded50,451 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TDM85027,149 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR115 TKX
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2023 50,451 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 2 Jun 2023 50,432 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 May 2022 48,899 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 47,138 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 47,133 miles

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Jun 2020 46,227 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2020 46,226 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jul 2017 46,090 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 45,116 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 45,116 miles

Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 43,079 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 41,181 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 39,688 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 36,507 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 32,431 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 31,658 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2007 31,466 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 30,615 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2006 30,605 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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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R115 TKX is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850 in Black with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha TDM850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 27,149 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 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 R115 TKX, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha TDM850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R115 TKX registered?

R115 TKX is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R115 TKX safe to buy?

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