2008 Yamaha TDM900 0.9L Petrol · HY57 GVK

The Yamaha TDM900 presents a stable roadworthiness profile, with the most recent DVSA test on 11 August 2025 at 26,054 miles returning a pass and no defects recorded. Across the five available MOT entries from April 2022 to August 2025, the machine cleared every examination without advisory or failure. This unbroken sequence indicates a consistent maintenance trend, neither worsening nor resolving because no faults ever entered the record. The odometer trace shows exceptionally low utilisation for an 18-year-old vehicle. From the 5 April 2022 test at 17,818 miles, mileage rose to 18,221 by 24 August 2022, then 19,888 by 15 August 2023, 24,108 by 16 August 2024, and 26,054 by 11 August 2025. Annual increments average near 1,450 miles, confirming gentle use. The duplicate 2022 tests hint at a change of keeper or precautionary certification rather than remedial work, as both passed cleanly. Sparse yet spotless history suggests the previous owners adhered to statutory testing but the low standing time may mask latent deterioration. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of age-sensitive components that MOT checks may not expose under light load. The tester flagged no suspension bushes, coil springs, or binding calipers, but fork seal weepage, corroded exhaust headers, and frame rust can develop on a machine stored for long periods. The buyer should check brake disc thickness and caliper slide pins for seizure after inactivity. The buyer should verify tyre manufacture dates and sidewall cracking despite adequate tread. Drivetrain elements such as chain tension and sprocket wear warrant hands-on assessment, as low mileage often leaves lubricants stagnant. The absence of advisories across all tests reflects compliance at each point but does not certify long-term reliability. Prior owners clearly prioritised valid MOTs; however, the onus remains on the buyer to validate rubber, bearing, and structural integrity before purchase.