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R296 KWT

1998 Yamaha TDM850

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

20,356 mi
Last recorded20,356 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TDM85027,149 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR296 KWT
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 20,356 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2025 20,356 miles

Rear Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 20,224 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 20,193 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 20,013 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 19,824 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 19,763 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 19,595 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 19,470 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 26 May 2017 19,400 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 19,161 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2015 19,085 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 19,085 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 18,667 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 18,353 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 18,130 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 17,857 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 17,590 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 17,493 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 17,121 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 16,836 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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R296 KWT is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha TDM850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 27,149 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 R296 KWT, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha TDM850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R296 KWT registered?

R296 KWT is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 20 April 1998.

Is R296 KWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R296 KWT shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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