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R161 DKX

1997 Yamaha Tdm

Black Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

38,728 mi
Last recorded38,728 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Tdm30,768 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR161 DKX
MakeYamaha
ModelTdm
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc
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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 38,728 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2023 38,448 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 38,291 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 38,249 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 38,076 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 37,958 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 37,838 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 37,678 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 37,554 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 13 May 2015 37,554 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 May 2014 37,125 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 36,987 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2012 36,541 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 36,380 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 35,987 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 35,346 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2007 33,115 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2007 33,076 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 30,940 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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R161 DKX is a 1997 Yamaha Tdm in Black with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R161 DKX, 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 R161 DKX registered?

R161 DKX is a 1997 Yamaha Tdm, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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The MOT history for R161 DKX shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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