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J757 NWL

1991 Yamaha Tdm

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

44,155 mi
Last recorded44,155 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Tdm37,611 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ757 NWL
MakeYamaha
ModelTdm
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 44,155 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jan 2026 44,155 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 42,772 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 42,653 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2020 42,653 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2015 42,597 miles

nail in rear tyre

Fail 9 Apr 2015 42,585 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

nail in rear tyre

Pass 21 May 2013 42,409 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 May 2012 42,195 miles

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

nail in rear tyre

rear tyre has repair in tread

Pass 9 May 2011 41,961 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 41,961 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2010 41,774 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 40,651 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 39,218 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 39,218 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 37,309 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

rear tyre has slight side wall perish marks

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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J757 NWL is a 1991 Yamaha Tdm in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha Tdm models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 37,611 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 J757 NWL, 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 35 years old, this Yamaha Tdm is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J757 NWL registered?

J757 NWL is a 1991 Yamaha Tdm, first registered on 10 October 1991.

Is J757 NWL safe to buy?

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