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R779 GDM

1998 Yamaha Tdm 850

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

49,068 mi
Last recorded49,068 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2011
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Tdm 85031,415 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR779 GDM
MakeYamaha
ModelTdm 850
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Fail 19 Oct 2011 49,068 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Oct 2011 49,068 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 41,575 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 35,024 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 27,611 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 21,640 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 17,579 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Tdm 850?

Based on 1,128 MOT tests across 174 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
980
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
174
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess 9
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R779 GDM is a 1998 Yamaha Tdm 850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Tdm 850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 31,415 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 850 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R779 GDM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Tdm 850 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Tdm 850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R779 GDM registered?

R779 GDM is a 1998 Yamaha Tdm 850, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R779 GDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R779 GDM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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