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S970 JHG

1998 Yamaha Tdm

Black Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

34,463 mi
Last recorded34,463 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Tdm30,830 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS970 JHG
MakeYamaha
ModelTdm
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 34,463 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 33,756 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 33,187 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 32,856 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 31,933 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Feb 2019 31,933 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2017 31,053 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 31,032 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 48,845 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear frame underseat badly corroding

slight corrosion on rear swinging arm

Pass 20 Mar 2015 42,642 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 37,849 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2014 37,831 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Fail 18 Jan 2014 37,821 miles

Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

advise front tyre presure low

Pass 13 Mar 2013 35,229 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 32,496 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 31,227 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2009 25,457 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 25,457 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 23,585 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 23,585 miles

Rear Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 23,585 miles

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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S970 JHG is a 1998 Yamaha Tdm in Black with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S970 JHG, 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.

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What year was S970 JHG registered?

S970 JHG is a 1998 Yamaha Tdm, first registered on 4 August 1998.

Is S970 JHG safe to buy?

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