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L461 MBV

2003 Yamaha TDM850

Blue Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

32,114 mi
Last recorded32,114 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Yamaha TDM85022,666 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL461 MBV
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2017 32,114 miles

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

No lights fitted at time of test.

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

Pass 11 May 2013 31,528 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 11 May 2013 31,528 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 30,986 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 29,138 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2009 21,568 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 1 Aug 2009 21,568 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 23 May 2009 31,731 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 20,615 miles

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 19,133 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Nearside Rear Chain guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

drive chain dry and slightly stiff

Pass 24 Mar 2006 25,625 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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L461 MBV is a 2003 Yamaha TDM850 in Blue with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha TDM850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 22,666 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 L461 MBV, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha TDM850 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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L461 MBV is a 2003 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 3 April 2003.

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