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J949 VEP

1992 Yamaha TDM850

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2009
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

48,073 mi
Last recorded48,073 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2008
Typical for 1992 Yamaha TDM85038,114 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ949 VEP
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2008 48,073 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 19 Sep 2007 47,938 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 17 May 2007 47,915 miles

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

Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear wheel bearings are excessively tight (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a) DANGEROUS

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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J949 VEP is a 1992 Yamaha TDM850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha TDM850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 38,114 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 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 J949 VEP, 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 34 years old, this Yamaha TDM850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J949 VEP registered?

J949 VEP is a 1992 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 10 June 1992.

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