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R469 BLB

1998 Yamaha TDM850

Blue Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,165 mi
Last recorded17,165 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2020
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TDM85027,149 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR469 BLB
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2020 17,165 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 17,092 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 17,092 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 16,934 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 16,367 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 16,367 miles

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.3a)

Front Headlamp aim too high (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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R469 BLB is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850 in Blue with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R469 BLB, 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 R469 BLB registered?

R469 BLB is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is R469 BLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R469 BLB shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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