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N588 OEW

1995 Yamaha TDM850

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

50,482 mi
Last recorded50,482 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1995 Yamaha TDM85028,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN588 OEW
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 50,482 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 49,291 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 48,999 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 48,125 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 47,832 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 46,827 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 33,000 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2015 32,513 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 51,060 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 50,201 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear suspension spring loose when rear wheel is raised but secure

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 May 2012 32,904 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

rear sprocket cush drive worn

Fail 29 May 2012 32,904 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

rear sprocket cush drive worn

Pass 18 Jun 2011 32,743 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 32,248 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 27,491 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 25,558 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 20,716 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2006 20,686 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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N588 OEW is a 1995 Yamaha TDM850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 N588 OEW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N588 OEW registered?

N588 OEW is a 1995 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 15 August 1995.

Is N588 OEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N588 OEW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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