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T178 CST

1999 Yamaha TDM850

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

35,184 mi
Last recorded35,184 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha TDM85025,592 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT178 CST
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 35,184 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 34,903 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 34,822 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 34,396 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 33,260 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 19,030 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2018 13,190 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 12,790 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 11,751 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 11,738 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 11,800 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 11,440 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2008 11,160 miles

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 11,160 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 1,050 miles

Nearside Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 10,507 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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T178 CST is a 1999 Yamaha TDM850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha TDM850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 25,592 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 T178 CST, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha TDM850 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T178 CST registered?

T178 CST is a 1999 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T178 CST safe to buy?

The MOT history for T178 CST shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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