CarVerify

Free Car Check

R284 TAU

1997 Yamaha TDM850

Red Petrol 849cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2023
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

31,411 mi
Last recorded31,411 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TDM85028,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR284 TAU
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2022 31,411 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2022 31,411 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 31,121 miles

chain slightly slack

o/s front inner pad low

Pass 17 May 2018 28,688 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 28,674 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (4.1.2a(ii))

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 27,283 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 27,076 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 26,884 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 26,671 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear brake pedal, not smooth operation

Pass 9 Apr 2011 25,560 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

headlamp deflector fitted

misting of oil offside front fork stanchion BORDERLINE

Pass 19 Apr 2010 24,129 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 24,129 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2009 22,854 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 17 Apr 2009 22,854 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 14 Apr 2008 20,567 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 20,567 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 18,215 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 17 Apr 2007 18,215 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2006 15,244 miles

right hand fork seal leaking (rag under dust cover)dust cover half of †rear brake slight bind †

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
Full Yamaha TDM850 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R284 TAU is a 1997 Yamaha TDM850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha TDM850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 28,227 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 R284 TAU, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha TDM850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R284 TAU?

You can check the full history of R284 TAU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R284 TAU registered?

R284 TAU is a 1997 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is R284 TAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R284 TAU shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R284 TAU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R284 TAU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.