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S101 BGK

1998 Yamaha TDM850

Black Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

56,487 mi
Last recorded56,487 miles
Recorded on9 May 2023
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TDM85027,149 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS101 BGK
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 May 2023 56,487 miles
Fail 9 May 2023 56,487 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2023 56,487 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2021 56,487 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 30 Nov 2021 56,487 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2020 55,538 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 55,336 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 55,243 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 55,243 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 54,981 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 54,396 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 54,201 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 53,471 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 52,352 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 51,319 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 49,803 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 49,803 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 46,803 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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S101 BGK is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850 in Black with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 S101 BGK, 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 S101 BGK registered?

S101 BGK is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 13 August 1998.

Is S101 BGK safe to buy?

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