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T283 BBW

1999 Yamaha TDM850

Silver Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

66,966 mi
Last recorded66,966 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha TDM85025,592 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT283 BBW
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 66,966 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Central Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Fail 20 Feb 2026 66,966 miles

Central Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Central Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2025 66,060 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2025 66,060 miles

Central Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Central Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Central Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Central Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Feb 2024 65,466 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2012 65,179 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 64,168 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 54,934 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 46,562 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 40,432 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 30,462 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 20,726 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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T283 BBW is a 1999 Yamaha TDM850 in Silver with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha TDM850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 25,592 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 T283 BBW, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha TDM850 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T283 BBW registered?

T283 BBW is a 1999 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 1 March 1999.

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