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R521 HYJ

1998 Yamaha TRX850

Blue Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

62,115 mi
Last recorded62,115 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TRX85026,871 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR521 HYJ
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 62,115 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 60,542 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 59,285 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 57,865 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 56,142 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 54,017 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 49,001 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 45,766 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2017 44,498 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 44,445 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 44,408 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 44,408 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 43,939 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 43,857 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 42,709 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 41,234 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 41,234 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2007 39,189 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 36,528 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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R521 HYJ is a 1998 Yamaha TRX850 in Blue with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 R521 HYJ, 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 R521 HYJ registered?

R521 HYJ is a 1998 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 28 February 1998.

Is R521 HYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R521 HYJ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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