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R873 HDE

1998 Yamaha TDM850

Blue Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

19,108 mi
Last recorded19,108 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TDM85027,149 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR873 HDE
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc
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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 19,108 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2026 19,108 miles

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 12 May 2025 19,103 miles
Pass 6 May 2024 17,833 miles
Fail 6 May 2024 17,833 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 3 May 2023 17,163 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 17,163 miles

Rear reflector likely to become detached (4.8.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2022 17,160 miles
Fail 3 May 2022 17,160 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 15,241 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 15,215 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion n/s + o/s fork seals (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 15,147 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 15,030 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 14,910 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 14,797 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 14,220 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 13,735 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2008 13,120 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2007 13,123 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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R873 HDE is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850 in Blue with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 R873 HDE, 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 R873 HDE registered?

R873 HDE is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R873 HDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R873 HDE shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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