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R802 PEW

1998 Yamaha Tdm

Black Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

58,291 mi
Last recorded58,291 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Tdm30,830 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR802 PEW
MakeYamaha
ModelTdm
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 58,291 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Over 10 years old and Squared (2010) (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slight warp (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pads corroded

Fail 28 Jul 2025 58,291 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Over 10 years old and Squared (2010) (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slight warp (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pads corroded

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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R802 PEW is a 1998 Yamaha Tdm in Black with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R802 PEW, 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 R802 PEW registered?

R802 PEW is a 1998 Yamaha Tdm, first registered on 1 February 1998.

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