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M538 ABV

1997 Yamaha TRX850

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

41,385 mi
Last recorded41,385 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TRX85024,998 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM538 ABV
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 41,385 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 22 Jul 2025 41,385 miles

Rear Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2023 37,195 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2023 37,195 miles

Brake lever insecure bolts loose (1.1.2 (e) (i))

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

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 34,161 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 33,177 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 33,148 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 33,111 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 32,167 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 32,167 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 31,447 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 31,326 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2006 29,889 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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M538 ABV is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 M538 ABV, 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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M538 ABV is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 20 May 1997.

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