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R344 SSW

1998 Yamaha TRX850

Black Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

19,514 mi
Last recorded19,514 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TRX85026,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR344 SSW
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 19,514 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 19,276 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 19,065 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 18,808 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 18,358 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 18,244 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 17,854 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 17,444 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 17,163 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 16,565 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 16,159 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 15,902 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 15,753 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 15,297 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 14,440 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 13,984 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 13,854 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 13,781 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2008 13,423 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 13,127 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 12,742 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2005 11,861 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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R344 SSW is a 1998 Yamaha TRX850 in Black with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 R344 SSW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R344 SSW registered?

R344 SSW is a 1998 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 8 April 1998.

Is R344 SSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R344 SSW shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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