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R181 CMJ

1998 Yamaha TRX850

White Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

25,408 mi
Last recorded25,408 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2023
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TRX85026,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR181 CMJ
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2023 25,408 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2022 25,219 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 25,219 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 25,157 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2020 25,154 miles

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel tap (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Aug 2018 25,139 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2016 24,667 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 24,553 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 24,357 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 23,757 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2013 23,757 miles

Offside Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 23,622 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

front fork legs are pitting slightly

Pass 11 Aug 2009 23,535 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 21,820 miles

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

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

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

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

on front brake lever travel

Pass 13 Jul 2007 20,061 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 17,896 miles

o/s handlebar slightly bent

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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R181 CMJ is a 1998 Yamaha TRX850 in White with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 R181 CMJ, 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 R181 CMJ registered?

R181 CMJ is a 1998 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 2 February 1998.

Is R181 CMJ safe to buy?

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