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N874 XFL

1996 Yamaha TRX850

Blue Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2025
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

9,236 mi
Last recorded9,236 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2024
Typical for 1996 Yamaha TRX85027,211 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN874 XFL
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2024 9,236 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 7,194 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

clutch lever damaged

nearside headlight inoprative

Fail 9 Aug 2011 7,158 miles

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

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt missing (2.1.1a)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt missing (2.1.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

clutch lever damaged

nearside headlight inoprative

Pass 30 Jul 2010 2,929 miles

chain lubricant on rear tyre

rear registration plate deterioated

two small bolts handle bar to head stock missing

Fail 30 Jul 2010 2,928 miles

Front Fairings so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Offside Front Upper Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

chain lubricant on rear tyre

rear registration plate deterioated

two small bolts handle bar to head stock missing

Pass 10 Aug 2009 93,349 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 93,349 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 69,250 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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N874 XFL is a 1996 Yamaha TRX850 in Blue with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 N874 XFL, 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.

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What year was N874 XFL registered?

N874 XFL is a 1996 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 28 May 1996.

Is N874 XFL safe to buy?

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