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R559 XNF

1997 Yamaha TDM850

Yellow Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

19,369 mi
Last recorded19,369 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TDM85028,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR559 XNF
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2024 19,369 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2024 19,368 miles

Nearside Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 19,323 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2020 19,317 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2015 19,293 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 19,283 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 18,382 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 17,479 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2013 17,476 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 14,749 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2011 12,683 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 12,011 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2010 12,011 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 11,198 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 10,662 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 10,345 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 8,026 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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R559 XNF is a 1997 Yamaha TDM850 in Yellow with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha TDM850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 28,227 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 R559 XNF, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha TDM850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R559 XNF registered?

R559 XNF is a 1997 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 22 August 1997.

Is R559 XNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R559 XNF shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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