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M221 DLF

1995 Yamaha TDM850

Purple Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

47,228 mi
Last recorded47,228 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1995 Yamaha TDM85028,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM221 DLF
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1995
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 47,228 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2024 44,760 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2023 43,212 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 40,636 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 38,993 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 36,537 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 32,841 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 32,152 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 31,653 miles

Front side light not working

Offside Front brake pad corroded

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 31,417 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 30,583 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 28,416 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 27,293 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 27,160 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 27,098 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 25,696 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2008 25,696 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 May 2007 25,380 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 23,669 miles

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

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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M221 DLF is a 1995 Yamaha TDM850 in Purple with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha TDM850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 28,326 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 M221 DLF, 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 31 years old, this Yamaha TDM850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M221 DLF registered?

M221 DLF is a 1995 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 1 June 1995.

Is M221 DLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M221 DLF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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