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N398 UPL

1996 Yamaha TDM850

Yellow Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

27,341 mi
Last recorded27,341 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha TDM85029,185 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN398 UPL
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 27,341 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Apr 2026 27,341 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2025 24,991 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Headbearings notchy at centre (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 24,647 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2023 24,637 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain worn to excess Chain worn and corroded. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tyre perished and split. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Headbearing has slight notch. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 15 Sep 2022 24,626 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Fork leg leaking fluid. (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate inscription missing Reg plate damaged. (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Chain worn and corroded. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake disc worn. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre perished.

Pass 17 Nov 2020 22,217 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 18,404 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 17,640 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 17,324 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 16,912 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 16,368 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 16,368 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 15,736 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 15,167 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2013 15,167 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2012 14,911 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 13,890 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 13,351 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2010 13,351 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 12,165 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 11,157 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 11,023 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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N398 UPL is a 1996 Yamaha TDM850 in Yellow with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 N398 UPL, 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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N398 UPL is a 1996 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 1 June 1996.

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