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R998 PWN

1998 Yamaha TDM850

Blue Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

32,469 mi
Last recorded32,469 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TDM85027,149 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR998 PWN
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 32,469 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2026 32,466 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2025 28,870 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 28,727 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2023 28,302 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 28,283 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 27,890 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 26,985 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 25,676 miles

Exhaust noisy

Fastener missing from swingarm/hugger

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear brake pedal has little reserve travel

Pass 17 Aug 2017 25,286 miles

Offside Rear bolt missing mud guardbrake guid bracket

Pass 20 Jun 2016 24,899 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 24,557 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 24,179 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 23,530 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 23,041 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 21,681 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2010 16,260 miles

rear brake binds

Pass 11 Apr 2009 15,846 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2008 14,879 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 14,468 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 14,372 miles

front brake binding slightly

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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R998 PWN is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850 in Blue with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 R998 PWN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R998 PWN registered?

R998 PWN is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R998 PWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R998 PWN shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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