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B849 BFJ

1985 Honda Trx

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

535 mi
Last recorded535 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB849 BFJ
MakeHonda
ModelTrx
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 535 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2024 258 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2022

no lights fitted, taped over

Fail 26 Oct 2022

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2019
Pass 15 Sep 2014
Fail 5 Sep 2014

Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Lower Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Upper Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Battery flat..

Spindle clamp fitted upside..

Pass 9 Aug 2013

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2012
Pass 9 May 2011

No lights fitted at time of test

How Reliable is the Honda Trx?

Based on 2,484 MOT tests across 749 vehicles.

85.7%
Pass Rate
260
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
749
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions 39
registration plate missing 38
Obligatory mirror missing 30
Stop lamp not working 29
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 27
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B849 BFJ is a 1985 Honda Trx in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Honda Trx fails its MOT is tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B849 BFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Trx typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 41 years old, this Honda Trx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B849 BFJ registered?

B849 BFJ is a 1985 Honda Trx, first registered on 31 December 1985.

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