MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
51,086 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
offside chain adjuster plate damaged
Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
offside chain adjuster plate damaged
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.
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M229 VML is a 1995 Yamaha TDM850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 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 M229 VML, 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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M229 VML is a 1995 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 24 April 1995.
Is M229 VML safe to buy?
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