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P389 NVT

1996 Yamaha TDM850

Black Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

45,852 mi
Last recorded45,852 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha TDM85029,185 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP389 NVT
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 45,852 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 45,229 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 44,952 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 44,367 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 43,947 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 43,525 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 42,951 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 42,672 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 42,268 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 41,167 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 40,757 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 39,032 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 37,111 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 35,029 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 34,448 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 34,448 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2009 32,244 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 27,690 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Apr 2007 21,660 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 14,073 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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P389 NVT is a 1996 Yamaha TDM850 in Black with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 P389 NVT, 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

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What year was P389 NVT registered?

P389 NVT is a 1996 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 14 October 1996.

Is P389 NVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P389 NVT shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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