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R517 BLA

1998 Yamaha TDM850

Black Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,375 mi
Last recorded32,375 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2013
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TDM85027,149 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR517 BLA
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2013 32,375 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2013 32,375 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2012 29,948 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front tyre has uneven wear

rear tyre has uneven wear

slight movement in n/s grip

Pass 8 Jul 2011 27,427 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

n/s grip has slight movement

Fail 28 Jun 2011 27,426 miles

Offside Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

n/s grip has slight movement

Pass 18 Jun 2010 25,397 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2010 25,397 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2007 23,214 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2005 21,976 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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R517 BLA is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850 in Black with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 R517 BLA, 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 R517 BLA registered?

R517 BLA is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 24 June 1998.

Is R517 BLA safe to buy?

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