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VX08 DDY

2008 Yamaha TDM900

Red Petrol 897cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,435 mi
Last recorded45,435 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha TDM90023,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 DDY
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM900
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine897cc
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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 45,435 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2026 45,431 miles

Central Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Feb 2025 43,617 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 41,237 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 37,258 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2023 37,258 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 33,803 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2022 33,803 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 31,123 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 29,292 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 27,662 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 25,922 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2017 24,302 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2016 22,271 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Fail 16 Feb 2015 20,265 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2015 20,265 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2014 18,401 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

handle bars possible bent

Pass 16 Feb 2013 16,474 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 14,151 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 12,170 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Handlebars possibly bent

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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VX08 DDY is a 2008 Yamaha TDM900 in Red with a 897cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha TDM900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.2% with a typical mileage of 23,358 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 VX08 DDY, 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 18 years old, this Yamaha TDM900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VX08 DDY registered?

VX08 DDY is a 2008 Yamaha TDM900, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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