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R235 GFT

1997 Yamaha TDM850

White Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,492 mi
Last recorded71,492 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TDM85028,227 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR235 GFT
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 71,492 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 71,049 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 70,921 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 70,726 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 69,753 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 69,472 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 69,044 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 68,384 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 67,802 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 66,928 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive cush rubbers (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 60,542 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2014 56,139 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 56,139 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 30,141 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 29,280 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 27,158 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 10 Jun 2010 24,987 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 24,987 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 23,268 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 21,655 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 26 Jun 2007 20,361 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 20,361 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 18,685 miles

advise slight play rear spkt bearing

Fail 20 Jun 2006 18,685 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

advise slight play rear spkt bearing

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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R235 GFT is a 1997 Yamaha TDM850 in White with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 R235 GFT, 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 R235 GFT registered?

R235 GFT is a 1997 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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