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R655 HGX

1998 Yamaha TRX850

Blue Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2025
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,739 mi
Last recorded16,739 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TRX85026,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR655 HGX
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2024 16,739 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2024 16,739 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Jul 2020 16,733 miles

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 14,158 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 14,053 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 13,028 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion OSF (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 12,882 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 12,848 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 12,848 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 12,369 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 9,658 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 9,658 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 6,696 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2008 6,696 miles

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2007 6,027 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

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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R655 HGX is a 1998 Yamaha TRX850 in Blue with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R655 HGX, 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 R655 HGX registered?

R655 HGX is a 1998 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 25 April 1998.

Is R655 HGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R655 HGX shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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