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VU52 WVT

2003 Yamaha TDM900

Blue Petrol 897cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

34,276 mi
Last recorded34,276 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha TDM90025,629 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 WVT
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM900
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine897cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 34,276 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2025 34,184 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2025 34,182 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 33,665 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2023 32,620 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 32,416 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 31,649 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 31,649 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 31,065 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 30,827 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 29,945 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 29,926 miles

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 14 May 2016 29,255 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 28,802 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 28,404 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 28,118 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 26,939 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 25,807 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 23,749 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 21,986 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 19,497 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 15,730 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha TDM900?

Based on 25,146 MOT tests across 1,871 vehicles.

90.3%
Pass Rate
1,452
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,871
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 271
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 204
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 106
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 60
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 59
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VU52 WVT is a 2003 Yamaha TDM900 in Blue with a 897cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha TDM900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 25,629 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 TDM900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 271 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU52 WVT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TDM900 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha TDM900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU52 WVT registered?

VU52 WVT is a 2003 Yamaha TDM900, first registered on 10 January 2003.

Is VU52 WVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU52 WVT shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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