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S52 TDB

1997 Yamaha Tdm

Black Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,982 mi
Last recorded26,982 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Tdm30,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS52 TDB
MakeYamaha
ModelTdm
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc
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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 8 Apr 2025 26,982 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 25,286 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2022 22,514 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 15,027 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 12,536 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 11,782 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 11,714 miles

Front forks slightly pitted

Pass 4 Mar 2016 11,117 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 10,469 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 9,804 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 97,950 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 7,067 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 6,438 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 5,948 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 5,624 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 5,493 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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S52 TDB is a 1997 Yamaha Tdm in Black with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Tdm models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 30,768 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 S52 TDB, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Tdm is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S52 TDB registered?

S52 TDB is a 1997 Yamaha Tdm, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is S52 TDB safe to buy?

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