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R85 AYB

1998 Yamaha TDM850

Black Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,418 mi
Last recorded32,418 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TDM85027,149 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR85 AYB
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 12 Jul 2025 32,418 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 31,774 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 May 2023 31,642 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Feb 2022 31,160 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2021 28,135 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 26,782 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 25,818 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 26,240 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 23,589 miles

Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 22,464 miles

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 29,807 miles

Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2011 19,025 miles

Front Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Upper Brake master cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 18,088 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 May 2009 17,158 miles

advise slight bind at rear and front wheels

Pass 12 Jun 2008 16,079 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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R85 AYB is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850 in Black with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R85 AYB, 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 R85 AYB registered?

R85 AYB is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 3 June 1998.

Is R85 AYB safe to buy?

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