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R178 CVX

1997 Yamaha TDM850

Black Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

30,321 mi
Last recorded30,321 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2020
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TDM85028,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR178 CVX
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2020 30,321 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 30,167 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 29,949 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 29,721 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 29,262 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 28,298 miles

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

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 28,298 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2008 27,133 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 25,532 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 23,946 miles

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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R178 CVX is a 1997 Yamaha TDM850 in Black with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R178 CVX, 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 R178 CVX registered?

R178 CVX is a 1997 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R178 CVX safe to buy?

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