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N401 OJF

1996 Yamaha TRX850

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,934 mi
Last recorded14,934 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha TRX85027,211 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN401 OJF
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 14,934 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 14,746 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 14,552 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 14,053 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 May 2019 12,804 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 11,639 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 10,024 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 9,633 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2012 9,170 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 9,170 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 8,645 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 8,635 miles

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Front Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Feb 2008 8,553 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 8,326 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 8,326 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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N401 OJF is a 1996 Yamaha TRX850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha TRX850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 27,211 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 N401 OJF, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha TRX850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N401 OJF registered?

N401 OJF is a 1996 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 16 April 1996.

Is N401 OJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N401 OJF shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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