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R455 NHG

1998 Yamaha TDM850

Black Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,198 mi
Last recorded39,198 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TDM85027,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR455 NHG
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 5 Nov 2025 39,198 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 38,302 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2023 37,518 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 36,742 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 36,006 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 35,033 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 34,163 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2015 33,950 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2014 33,101 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 32,715 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 31,429 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 31,367 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 28,330 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 27,210 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 24,782 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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R455 NHG is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850 in Black with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R455 NHG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R455 NHG registered?

R455 NHG is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 30 June 1998.

Is R455 NHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R455 NHG shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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