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W972 YTU

2000 Yamaha TDM850

Yellow Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,236 mi
Last recorded37,236 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha TDM85024,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW972 YTU
MakeYamaha
ModelTDM850
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 37,236 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play rear sprocket drive bearing slight free play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2025 35,905 miles

Nearside advise on getting the chain link repeened

Offside Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 34,084 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 33,915 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 32,538 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 28 May 2021 32,516 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 May 2020 31,629 miles
Fail 22 May 2020 31,558 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 31,455 miles

Nearside Front minor oil weep on LH fork stanchion.

Pass 1 Jun 2018 31,011 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 31,011 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 30,020 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 29,590 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 28,834 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 27,960 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 26,547 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 24,868 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2011 24,821 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 22,505 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 20,275 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 18,481 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 16,347 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 13,357 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 12,838 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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W972 YTU is a 2000 Yamaha TDM850 in Yellow with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha TDM850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 24,779 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 W972 YTU, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha TDM850 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W972 YTU registered?

W972 YTU is a 2000 Yamaha TDM850, first registered on 1 March 2000.

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