Yamaha Tdm900
MotorcycleFrom 1,223 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, stop lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 11 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 11 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 8 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 7 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 7 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 7 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 7 |
| handlebar grip insecure to handlebar | 6 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 5 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 5 |
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 4 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 88.7% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, brake fluid below minimum mark |
| 2005 | 89.8% | stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution |
| 2004 | 94.3% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led |
| 2003 | 90.2% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
1 earlier years
| 2002 | 90.6% | excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play |
Typical mileage
Half of all Tdm900s tested had between 24,967 and 53,326 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 37,421 median miles, the Tdm900 has 0.025 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Yamaha models
| Yamaha Mt | 87.6% |
| Yamaha Gpd125-A Nmax 125 Abs | 80.8% |
| Yamaha Yzf R1 | 87.8% |
| Yamaha Unclassified | 86.6% |
| Yamaha Fzs600 | 83.1% |
Common questions
What is the Yamaha Tdm900 MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Tdm900 has a 90.8% MOT pass rate based on 1,223 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Tdm900?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Tdm900 is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 11 failures. Other common issues include brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Tdm900 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Tdm900 is 37,421 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 24,967 and 53,326 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.