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R161 PGC

1998 Yamaha TRX850

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

39,113 mi
Last recorded39,113 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TRX85026,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR161 PGC
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 39,113 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 38,979 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 38,643 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2022 38,339 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 38,087 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 37,891 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 37,667 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 37,522 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 22 Aug 2018 37,517 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 37,277 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 37,025 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 36,542 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2016 36,542 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 21 Feb 2015 36,015 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 35,180 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 34,427 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2012 33,790 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 32,569 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 31,434 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 30,491 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2009 30,491 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Pass 16 Feb 2008 29,780 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2007 28,538 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 26,995 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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R161 PGC is a 1998 Yamaha TRX850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha TRX850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 26,871 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 R161 PGC, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha TRX850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R161 PGC registered?

R161 PGC is a 1998 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 7 January 1998.

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