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J80 GUS

1997 Yamaha TRX850

Black Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

47,579 mi
Last recorded47,579 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TRX85024,998 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ80 GUS
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 47,579 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 47,411 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 47,045 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 13 May 2023 47,017 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Chain has light corrosion (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 45,643 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2021 45,377 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 43,858 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 43,836 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible hid bulb (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 21 May 2018 42,695 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 42,230 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 42,209 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2016 37,631 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 May 2015 36,528 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2014 34,996 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 32,430 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 32,051 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 30,909 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 29,770 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 28,670 miles

1 of the rear lamp bulbs is inoperative

Fail 19 Jan 2008 28,670 miles

1 of the rear lamp bulbs is inoperative

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Dec 2006 27,574 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2005 25,499 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha TRX850?

Based on 10,066 MOT tests across 998 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
661
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
998
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 106
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 69
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 68
reflector on motorcycle missing 58
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
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J80 GUS is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850 in Black with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha TRX850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 24,998 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha TRX850 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J80 GUS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TRX850 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha TRX850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J80 GUS registered?

J80 GUS is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 8 May 1997.

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The MOT history for J80 GUS shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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