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Y208 GCA

2001 Yamaha TDM850

Silver Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

32,117 mi
Last recorded32,117 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha TDM85023,664 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY208 GCA
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 32,117 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 May 2025 31,649 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2024 29,015 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil L/H FORK (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 May 2023 28,190 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 28,190 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 27,452 miles

Clutch lever end missing

Pass 27 Apr 2018 27,452 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

front brakes starting to bind

Pass 26 Jan 2017 27,452 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre on 1.6mm. (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 24 Jan 2017 27,452 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre on 1.6mm. (4.1.3(ii))

n/s rear side light not working.

Pass 25 Sep 2015 27,118 miles

front tyre wearing slight unevenly.

Pass 15 Jul 2014 24,498 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 23,872 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 15,505 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 10,934 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 10,897 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 10,857 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 10,706 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 10,199 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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Y208 GCA is a 2001 Yamaha TDM850 in Silver with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha TDM850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 23,664 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 Y208 GCA, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha TDM850 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y208 GCA registered?

Y208 GCA is a 2001 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 2 April 2001.

Is Y208 GCA safe to buy?

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