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R405 FGC

1998 Yamaha TDM850

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

73,998 mi
Last recorded73,998 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TDM85027,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR405 FGC
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 73,998 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 72,148 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 70,690 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 5 May 2023 69,058 miles
Fail 5 May 2023 69,058 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 67,241 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 67,235 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 May 2019 64,485 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 64,460 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 63,827 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 63,509 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Pass 19 May 2015 63,509 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 63,287 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 62,521 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 61,394 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 58,478 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 56,653 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 54,117 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 52,569 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 50,809 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 48,991 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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R405 FGC is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 R405 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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What year was R405 FGC registered?

R405 FGC is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 20 March 1998.

Is R405 FGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R405 FGC shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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