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R13 TDM

1998 Yamaha TDM850

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

36,270 mi
Last recorded36,270 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TDM85027,149 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR13 TDM
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 36,270 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 35,835 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 35,505 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2024 35,502 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 34,965 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 34,506 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2022 34,502 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Mar 2021 33,901 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 32,863 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 32,717 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2018 32,429 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2018 32,414 miles

Drive chain worn to excess tight spots (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2017 30,703 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2017 30,703 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2016 30,288 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 30,252 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 29,212 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 29,129 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 26,179 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2009 25,913 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2008 25,639 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 14 May 2008 25,639 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2007 25,067 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 24,866 miles

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

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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R13 TDM is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 R13 TDM, 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 R13 TDM registered?

R13 TDM is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 2 April 1998.

Is R13 TDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R13 TDM shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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