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K18 TRX

1997 Yamaha TRX850

Black Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,985 mi
Last recorded86,985 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TRX85024,998 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK18 TRX
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 86,985 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2025 86,962 miles

Front Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Steering operation impeded by a fairing (2.1.4 (e))

BOTH TYRES ARE QUITE UNDERINFLATED

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 85,348 miles

Brake binding but not excessively front and rear (1.2.1 (f))

Chain guard missing ()

Rear brake reaction rod movement not smooth

Fail 21 Aug 2018 85,348 miles

Brake binding but not excessively front and rear (1.2.1 (f))

Chain guard missing ()

Handlebar mounting insecure both sides loose (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear brake reaction rod movement not smooth

Pass 23 Apr 2016 85,093 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both (2.3.3)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2014 84,201 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 57,426 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 42,797 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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K18 TRX is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850 in Black with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K18 TRX, 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 K18 TRX registered?

K18 TRX is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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