CarVerify

Free Car Check

R844 HWS

1998 Yamaha TDM850

Red Petrol 849cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

32,450 mi
Last recorded32,450 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TDM85027,149 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 £14.99

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

RegistrationR844 HWS
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year1998
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

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2022 32,450 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 32,370 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 32,265 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 31,992 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2019 31,992 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 May 2018 31,520 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear tyre tread is close to limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2017 29,729 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 26,601 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 24,172 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2014 22,585 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 22,585 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 20,565 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 17,347 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 21 Apr 2011 13,865 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 13,865 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 58,959 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 53,240 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 49,263 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 47,444 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 44,745 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
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

R844 HWS is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha TDM850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 27,149 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 R844 HWS, 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 28 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 R844 HWS?

You can check the full history of R844 HWS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R844 HWS registered?

R844 HWS is a 1998 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R844 HWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R844 HWS shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R844 HWS 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 R844 HWS. 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.