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R31 HCG

1998 Yamaha Tdm 850

Blue Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,721 mi
Last recorded44,721 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2007
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Tdm 85031,415 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR31 HCG
MakeYamaha
ModelTdm 850
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2007 44,721 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 37,837 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 34,273 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 2 Aug 2005 34,246 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Tdm 850?

Based on 1,128 MOT tests across 174 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
980
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
174
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess 9
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R31 HCG is a 1998 Yamaha Tdm 850 in Blue with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Tdm 850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 31,415 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 Tdm 850 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R31 HCG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Tdm 850 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Tdm 850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R31 HCG registered?

R31 HCG is a 1998 Yamaha Tdm 850, first registered on 21 March 1998.

Is R31 HCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R31 HCG shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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