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R371 FGC

1998 Yamaha TDM850

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,762 mi
Last recorded24,762 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2013
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TDM85027,149 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR371 FGC
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2013 24,762 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 23,896 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2008 23,220 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 23,073 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 16 Jun 2007 23,073 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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R371 FGC is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R371 FGC, 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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How do I check the history of R371 FGC?

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What year was R371 FGC registered?

R371 FGC is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 20 March 1998.

Is R371 FGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R371 FGC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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