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N251 NMW

1996 Yamaha TDM850

Yellow Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

35,566 mi
Last recorded35,566 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha TDM85029,185 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN251 NMW
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 35,566 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 35,551 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 33,861 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 33,852 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 7 Jan 2022 32,399 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 31,395 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

horseshoe locking device fitted on chain.

Pass 17 May 2019 30,724 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 30,028 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 28,835 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 26,975 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 25,357 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 24,051 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

chain split link worn

one rear light bulb not working

Fail 13 May 2014 24,031 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.2.B2a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

chain split link worn

one rear light bulb not working

Pass 25 Apr 2013 23,390 miles

slight play in cush drive.

chain fitted with clip type joining link which is starting to wear , a soft link would be better.

one tail lamp bulb is not working.

Pass 25 May 2012 23,157 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 18 May 2012 23,157 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 22,383 miles

front brake discs showing signs of wear....

Pass 23 Apr 2010 21,701 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 21,031 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 20,598 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 19,967 miles

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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N251 NMW is a 1996 Yamaha TDM850 in Yellow with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha TDM850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 29,185 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 N251 NMW, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha TDM850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N251 NMW registered?

N251 NMW is a 1996 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 3 June 1996.

Is N251 NMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N251 NMW shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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