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J279 OVS

1992 Yamaha Tdm 850

Black Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

43,236 mi
Last recorded43,236 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2022
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Tdm 85024,686 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ279 OVS
MakeYamaha
ModelTdm 850
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2022 43,236 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2022 43,236 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 41,967 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 40,574 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 39,934 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 38,523 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 36,822 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 34,392 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 32,596 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 31,276 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 30,479 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 30,199 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 29,773 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 24,403 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 23,645 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 23,414 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 22,813 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Tdm 850?

Based on 1,128 MOT tests across 174 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
980
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
174
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess 9
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J279 OVS is a 1992 Yamaha Tdm 850 in Black with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha Tdm 850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 24,686 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Tdm 850 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J279 OVS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Tdm 850 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 34 years old, this Yamaha Tdm 850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J279 OVS registered?

J279 OVS is a 1992 Yamaha Tdm 850, first registered on 20 January 1992.

Is J279 OVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J279 OVS shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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