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NV51 VLG

2002 Yamaha TDM850

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

19,523 mi
Last recorded19,523 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha TDM85022,477 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV51 VLG
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 19,523 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2024 18,984 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2022 18,174 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2022 18,173 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Rear Rear tyre out of shape

Pass 25 Sep 2019 13,945 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 13,597 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2017 13,597 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Jan 2016 13,228 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 13,228 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem misaligned which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 13,040 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 12,928 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 11,864 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 11,181 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 10,700 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 10,163 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 9,306 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 8,217 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 7,123 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 6,327 miles

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

Rear 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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NV51 VLG is a 2002 Yamaha TDM850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha TDM850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 22,477 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 NV51 VLG, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha TDM850 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NV51 VLG registered?

NV51 VLG is a 2002 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 1 February 2002.

Is NV51 VLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV51 VLG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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