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N634 OTL

1996 Yamaha TDM850

Yellow Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

50,348 mi
Last recorded50,348 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2024
Typical for 1996 Yamaha TDM85029,185 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN634 OTL
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2024 50,348 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 12 Sep 2024 50,348 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 48,913 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2022 47,706 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 24 Sep 2022 47,531 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 46,120 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2020 45,388 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 43,680 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 39,434 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 33,633 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 32,320 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2016 32,320 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 31,777 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 30,154 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 26,882 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 26,872 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 26,872 miles

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 25,353 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 21,947 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 21,394 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 20,186 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2005 20,179 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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N634 OTL is a 1996 Yamaha TDM850 in Yellow with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 N634 OTL, 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 N634 OTL registered?

N634 OTL is a 1996 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 20 May 1996.

Is N634 OTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N634 OTL shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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