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R497 EOU

1998 Yamaha Tdm

Silver Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

31,296 mi
Last recorded31,296 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Tdm30,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR497 EOU
MakeYamaha
ModelTdm
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc
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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 31,296 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 29,559 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 29,471 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 29,353 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 29,342 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 29,314 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2019 29,050 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 28,536 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 May 2014 27,824 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 27,824 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 May 2013 26,548 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 May 2012 24,859 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 23,938 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 27 Apr 2011 23,938 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 22,709 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 22,086 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 21,458 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 20,521 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 19,558 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2006 19,555 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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

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

Fail 6 Mar 2006 19,523 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha Tdm?

Based on 2,530 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
980
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 33
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 33
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 14
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R497 EOU is a 1998 Yamaha Tdm in Silver with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Tdm models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 30,830 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 Tdm fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 33 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R497 EOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Tdm typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Tdm is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R497 EOU registered?

R497 EOU is a 1998 Yamaha Tdm, first registered on 3 March 1998.

Is R497 EOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R497 EOU shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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