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J512 VHK

1991 Yamaha TDM850

Black Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

47,037 mi
Last recorded47,037 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 1991 Yamaha TDM85037,072 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ512 VHK
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 47,037 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 45,919 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 44,976 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 44,214 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 43,477 miles

oil leaking from engine.

Fail 15 Sep 2021 43,471 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

oil leaking from engine.

Pass 11 Jun 2020 41,942 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Reccomend replacement ASAP (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Reccomend replacement ASAP (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 12 Jun 2015 41,465 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 40,921 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 40,321 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 39,801 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 37,436 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 33,320 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 32,430 miles

front & rear discs rusted

noise from rear wheel bearing

play in rear brake lever pivot

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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J512 VHK is a 1991 Yamaha TDM850 in Black with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha TDM850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 37,072 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 J512 VHK, 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 35 years old, this Yamaha TDM850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J512 VHK registered?

J512 VHK is a 1991 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 10 September 1991.

Is J512 VHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J512 VHK shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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