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R709 UHE

1997 Yamaha Tdm

Yellow Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

57,683 mi
Last recorded57,683 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Tdm30,768 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR709 UHE
MakeYamaha
ModelTdm
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2024 57,683 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 55,786 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 52,460 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 49,114 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 45,084 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 43,250 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 41,439 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 40,340 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 39,439 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 39,439 miles

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 38,203 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 36,541 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2014 36,530 miles

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 34,522 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 31,248 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 29,980 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 29,261 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 28 Apr 2008 29,261 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2006 28,526 miles

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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R709 UHE is a 1997 Yamaha Tdm in Yellow with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Tdm models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 30,768 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 R709 UHE, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Tdm is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R709 UHE registered?

R709 UHE is a 1997 Yamaha Tdm, first registered on 16 September 1997.

Is R709 UHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R709 UHE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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