MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
31,411 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
chain slightly slack
o/s front inner pad low
Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (4.1.2a(ii))
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)
Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a) DANGEROUS
Rear brake pedal, not smooth operation
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
headlamp deflector fitted
misting of oil offside front fork stanchion BORDERLINE
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
right hand fork seal leaking (rag under dust cover)dust cover half of †rear brake slight bind †
How Reliable is the Yamaha TDM850?
Based on 22,526 MOT tests across 2,062 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R284 TAU is a 1997 Yamaha TDM850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.
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 R284 TAU, 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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R284 TAU is a 1997 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 1 October 1997.
Is R284 TAU safe to buy?
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