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R38 GCA

1998 Yamaha TDM850

Black Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

56,195 mi
Last recorded56,195 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2021
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TDM85027,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR38 GCA
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2021 56,195 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 56,108 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 55,723 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 54,640 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 52,915 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 50,891 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 49,148 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 42,511 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 39,116 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 34,759 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 31,481 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 31,115 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2006 31,115 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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R38 GCA is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850 in Black with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R38 GCA, 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 R38 GCA registered?

R38 GCA is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 6 April 1998.

Is R38 GCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R38 GCA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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