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N991 TLJ

1996 Yamaha TRX850

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

29,320 mi
Last recorded29,320 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2020
Typical for 1996 Yamaha TRX85027,211 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN991 TLJ
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2020 29,320 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 29,233 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 28,994 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2018 28,974 miles

Offside Handlebar deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 May 2017 28,825 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 28,194 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 27,630 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 26,031 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 24,635 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 24,293 miles

Advise no plate be changed

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2011 23,675 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

rear tyre cuts/tears not to cords

Fail 5 Apr 2011 23,662 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

rear tyre cuts/tears not to cords

Pass 18 Mar 2010 22,135 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 20,353 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 17,885 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 16,931 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 14,680 miles

Advise number plate maybe too small

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

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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N991 TLJ is a 1996 Yamaha TRX850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 N991 TLJ, 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 N991 TLJ registered?

N991 TLJ is a 1996 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is N991 TLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N991 TLJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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