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R365 BLA

1998 Yamaha TDM850

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

19,150 mi
Last recorded19,150 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TDM85027,149 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR365 BLA
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 19,150 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 May 2025 17,962 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2024 15,427 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 13,868 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 13,813 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 13,808 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 13,725 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 13,419 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 12,382 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 11,910 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 11,721 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 11,384 miles

front mudguard front r/h mounting slightly cracked

Pass 10 Jan 2014 10,524 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 9,351 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2012 8,777 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 7,769 miles

front brake pads low

Pass 8 Jan 2010 6,342 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 6,196 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2008 6,196 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 6,183 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2007 8,183 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Aug 2006 5,626 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2005 5,515 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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R365 BLA is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 R365 BLA, 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 R365 BLA registered?

R365 BLA is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 29 June 1998.

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