CarVerify

Free Car Check

N829 VPF

1996 Yamaha TDM850

Red Petrol 849cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

38,169 mi
Last recorded38,169 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha TDM85029,185 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationN829 VPF
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2025 38,169 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 38,102 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 37,217 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2020 27,911 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 27,877 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 27,599 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 26,292 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

one of two rear lights not working.

Pass 25 Apr 2013 22,948 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 20,705 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2011 16,257 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 14,109 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 14,041 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 13,394 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 17,518 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2006 12,504 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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
Full Yamaha TDM850 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

N829 VPF is a 1996 Yamaha TDM850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 N829 VPF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N829 VPF?

You can check the full history of N829 VPF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was N829 VPF registered?

N829 VPF is a 1996 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 17 May 1996.

Is N829 VPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N829 VPF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N829 VPF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on N829 VPF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.