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R246 MGT

1997 Yamaha TDM850

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,390 mi
Last recorded21,390 miles
Recorded on21 May 2015
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TDM85028,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR246 MGT
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2015 21,390 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 21,155 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2009 19,709 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2009 19,700 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Feb 2008 18,163 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2007 16,253 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 146,410 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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R246 MGT is a 1997 Yamaha TDM850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R246 MGT, 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 R246 MGT registered?

R246 MGT is a 1997 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 22 November 1997.

Is R246 MGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R246 MGT shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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