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R356 NTA

1998 Yamaha TDM850

Yellow Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

42,970 mi
Last recorded42,970 miles
Recorded on22 May 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TDM85027,149 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR356 NTA
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2024 42,970 miles

Rear none standard exhausts fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2023 42,183 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 42,184 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2016 42,090 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 38,940 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2015 38,939 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Pass 30 Dec 2013 36,279 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 35,857 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 35,857 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 34,444 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 34,419 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

n/s mid rack bolt loose

rear suspension linkage stiff requires servicing

sproket cover bolt loose

Pass 2 Sep 2010 26,897 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 206,359 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 23,815 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 19 Mar 2008 19,564 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 19,564 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2007 18,809 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))

Pass 13 Mar 2006 16,902 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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R356 NTA is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850 in Yellow with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 R356 NTA, 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 R356 NTA registered?

R356 NTA is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 29 June 1998.

Is R356 NTA safe to buy?

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