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R37 BLS

1998 Yamaha TDM850

Blue Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

61,619 mi
Last recorded61,619 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TDM85027,149 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR37 BLS
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2023 61,619 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 61,425 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 27 May 2022 61,407 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened Holes corroded through rear swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Feb 2014 51,462 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 49,331 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 47,180 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 42,410 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 42,273 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 42,273 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 38,936 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 32,754 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 28,519 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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R37 BLS is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850 in Blue with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 R37 BLS, 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 R37 BLS registered?

R37 BLS is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 3 March 1998.

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The MOT history for R37 BLS shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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